Brochures w / Mailing are a popular format for sharing detailed information in an easily presentable way. They are usually colorful and folded, so they are an efficient format for providing information about your company, its products, and services.
Flyers are like Brochures but without being folded.
Recommendations
The most common order options are 8.5" x 11" before folding on 100# Gloss Text weight paper.
Almost always, Brochures are printed full color on both sides (4/4) and are coated AQ 2 Sides. The most common folds are Tri-Folds, Z-Folds, and Half-Folds. Tri-Folds and Z-Folds give you 3 panels to display your information on each side. Half-Folds give you 2 panels on each side.
Marketing Tips
Brochures w / Mailing are a classic marketing weapon for a reason. They are an efficient way of getting valuable marketing messages in both images and text directly into the hands of target customers. Brochures allow customers to quickly get a feel for products or services while also finding answers to many of their initial questions. Brochures w / Mailing help you expand your target market.
Mailing Info
We offer mailing services originating from both the western and eastern U.S., so your mailings will arrive at their destination faster. When choosing which location to use for mailing on the order detail page, look over your mailing list. If 50% or more of the addresses are in the West (shaded light gray on the map below), use our western U.S. facility. If 50% or more are in the East, use our eastern U.S. facility.
Note: We cannot split your mailing list. To mail from both locations, please submit separate orders and separate mailing lists.
When your Brochure is oriented landscape, please be sure the design of your back page allows 1.00" of white space from the edges at the top right corner so that we can place an indicia for mailing. Also, please leave 2.25" x 4.25" of white space in the bottom right corner for inkjetting of addresses.
Note: The USPS requires any brochures over 12" x 15" be folded for mailing. For our standard sizes, any Brochures 11" x 17" and above require folding for mailing.
Standard Size
Any Trim Size
Standard Sizes
Our standard sizes, listed below, are the most popular in the industry:
5.5" x 8.5"
8.5" x 11"
8.5" x 14"
9" x 12"
11" x 8.5"
11" x 17"
11" x 25.5"
12" x 18"
Each size (above) indicates the size of the flat sheet, so the final size of your brochure will depend on folding options.
Any Trim Size
You can order custom sizes by using the "Any Trim Size (Edit Below)" option in the pricing calculator. First select the standard size option which is larger in both dimensions (height and width) than your desired custom size. In the "Any Trim Size (Edit Below)" box on the pricing calculator (shown below), type in your desired dimensions. Please remember if you are ordering "Any Trim Size" for a product that is folded, "Any Trim Size" dimensions are for the product before it is folded.
Be mindful of the custom trim when submitting a file to prevent any part of your design from being trimmed away. It's extra important to look at a proof when ordering custom trim.
14pt Uncoated Cover
14 Pt. Gloss Cover
100# Linen Cover Stock
100# Gloss Text
70# Uncoated Smooth Text
Sample Books
14pt Uncoated Cover
You may be familiar with this type of stock from thick index cards, though the finish is much higher quality.
This is a very versatile stock. The uncoated finish is good when you don't want a slick and shiny look, while the firm 14 Pt. stock folds precisely
14 Pt. Gloss Cover
You may be familiar with this type of stock from presentation folders.
This thick and stiff stock is coated on both sides with a glossy finish.
100# Linen Cover Stock
You may be familiar with this type of stock from business cards or notecards with a subtle, woven, fabric-like finish.
This sturdy paper offers a unique non-glossy look enhanced with a subtle, woven linen finish.
100# Gloss Text
You may be familiar with this type of stock from the covers of many popular magazines like People and Time.
This paper strikes a balance between thickness and foldability, while the glossy finish on both sides gives your text a professional appearance.
70# Uncoated Smooth Text
You may be familiar with this type of stock from business stationary or typical letterhead.
This paper has a quality feel, folds easily, and is a good choice when you don't want a slick and shiny finish.
Sample Books
Every Zoo customer may order one free 4-Color Offset sample book. Additional sample books and a complete kit can be ordered by clicking here.
4/4 (Full Color Both Sides)
4/1 (Full Color Front / B&W Back)
4/0 (Full Color Front Side Only)
4/4
Full color on both sides of the sheet. This option can reproduce the range of colors you see in a typical photograph out of the standard 4 printing colors: cyan, magenta, yellow, and black. Typical examples of this are magazine covers and high-end catalogs.
4/1
Full color (cyan, magenta, yellow, and black as above) on the front and black on the back. A typical example of this is a flyer.
4/0
Full color (cyan, magenta, yellow, and black as above) on the front and no printing on the back. A typical example of this is a poster.
AQ 2 Sides
UV 2 Sides
Satin AQ 2 Sides
AQ 2 Sides
AQ is short for Aqueous Coating. This is a semi-gloss, environmentally friendly, water-based coating applied over the entire front and back of the printed piece. It provides additional gloss and protection, and it can be written on with a ballpoint pen.
UV 2 Sides
UV is short for Ultra Violet Light-Cured Coating. This is a high-gloss coating applied over the entire front and back of the printed piece. It is not recommended for products you need to write on after being printed.
Satin AQ 2 Sides
AQ is short for Aqueous Coating. This is a matte finish, environmentally friendly, water-based coating applied over the entire front and back of the printed piece. It reduces the gloss of the printing and it can be written on with a ballpoint pen.
Explanation of Turnaround Time
Next Day
2-3 Days
5 Days
7 Days
Explanation of Turnaround Time
Please note that turnaround time does not include shipping time. You may select from available production turnaround times as you place your order.
Should you choose, you can place a print order immediately and upload your mailing list at a later date. This helps prevent your direct mail campaign from being delayed. Keep in mind that the mailing turnaround time is 2-3 days after your order completion date.
Turnaround times begin when the proof is approved. All times are based on standard business days Monday through Friday excluding federal holidays. For orders shipping to the east, please use the Eastern time zone (New York). For orders shipping to the west, please use the Western time zone (California). Please see the below map:
Our products are the same great quality for every turnaround time we offer.
Next Day
If you order a proof (Online PDF or Physical Proof), your turnaround time begins as soon as you approve your proof in our system. If you order "No Proof, Run As Is" (only recommended if you are certain you want us to print what you sent as is) your turnaround time begins as soon as we process your order.
Standard Next day with "No Proof, Runs As Is":
Shipped Orders Files must be uploaded before the cut off time, which is 9:00 a.m. Western or 11:00 a.m. Eastern. Orders will be shipped the next business day by your requested shipping method.
Example: If you upload your files before 9:00 a.m. Western on Monday and are shipping to a Western state, your order will ship on Tuesday.
Will Call Files must be uploaded before the cut off time, which is 9:00 a.m. Western for West orders or 11:00 a.m. Eastern for East orders. Orders will be available at Will Call the next day after 10:00 a.m. in the west and after 12:00 p.m. in the east.
Example: If you upload your files before 9:00 a.m. Western on Monday for Next Day Will Call, your order will be ready for pick up after 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday. Log into our site and click "My Account" in the upper-righthand corner to check your client dashboard before coming to pick up your order.
Free Delivery Orders
Free delivery is currently only offered to customers near our California production facility. To see if your zip code qualifies, visit "Free Delivery" under the "Services" section.
Files uploaded before 9:00 a.m. Western for Next day Free Delivery will be delivered the following day between 8.00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. local. Log into our site and click "My Account" in the upper-righthand corner to check your client dashboard for status updates.
Example: If you upload your files before 9:00 a.m. Western on Monday for Free Delivery, your order will be delivered the next business day between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Files uploaded after the cut off time will be processed the following business day.
Standard Next Day with "Online PDF Proof":
Shipped Orders Files must be uploaded before the cut off time, which is 9:00 a.m. Western or 11:00 a.m. Eastern. Proofs must be approved the same day before 10:00 a.m. for the west and 12:00 p.m. for the east. Orders will be shipped the next business day by your requested shipping method.
Example: If you upload your files before 9:00 a.m., approve your proof prior to 10:00 a.m. Western on Monday and are shipping to a Western state, your order will ship on Tuesday.
Will Call Files must be uploaded before the cut off time, which is 9:00 a.m. Western or 11:00 a.m. Eastern. Proofs must be approved the same day before 10:00 a.m. for the west and 12:00 p.m. for the east. Orders will be ready for pick up the next business day after 10:00 a.m. in the west or 12:00 p.m. in the east.
Example: If you upload your files before 9:00 a.m. and approve your proof prior to 10:00 a.m. Western on Monday for Next Day Will Call, your order will be ready for pick up after 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday. Log into our site and click "My Account" in the upper-righthand corner to check your client dashboard before coming to pick up your order.
Free Delivery Orders
Free delivery is currently only offered to customers near our California production facility. To see if your zip code qualifies, visit "Free Delivery" under the "Services" section.
Files must be uploaded before 9:00 a.m. Western for Next day Free Delivery. Proofs must be approved the same day before 10:00 a.m. to be delivered the next business day between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Example: If you upload your files before 9:00 a.m. Western on Monday for Free Delivery and approve your proof before 10:00 a.m., your order will be delivered Tuesday between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Files uploaded after the cut off time will be processed the following business day.
2-3 Days
If you order a proof (Online PDF or Physical Proof), your turnaround time begins as soon as you approve your proof in our system. If you order "No Proof, Run As Is" (only recommended if you are certain you want us to print what you sent as is) your turnaround time begins as soon as we process your order.
Standard 2-3 Days with "No Proof, Runs As Is":
Shipped Orders Files uploaded before 10:30 a.m. Western to be delivered to the west or 10:30 a.m. Eastern to be delivered to the east with 2-3 day turnaround will be shipped 2-3 days from upload by your requested shipping method.
Example: If you upload your files before 10:30 a.m. Western on Monday with 2-3 day turnaround, your order will ship on Wednesday or Thursday. Log into our site and click "My Account" in the upper-righthand corner to check your client dashboard for status updates.
Will Call Files uploaded before 10:30 a.m. Western for 2-3 day Will Call in the west or 10:30 a.m. Eastern for 2-3 day Will Call in the east will be ready for pick up in 2-3 days after 4:00 p.m. local.
Example: If you upload your files before 10:30 a.m. Western on Monday with 2-3 day turnaround, your order will be ready for pick up after 4:00 p.m. local on Wednesday or Thursday. Log into our site and click "My Account" in the upper-righthand corner to check your client dashboard before coming to pick up your order.
Free Delivery Orders
Free delivery is currently only offered to customers near our California production facility. To see if your zip code qualifies, visit "Free Delivery" under the "Services" section.
Files uploaded before 10:30 a.m. Western for 2-3 day Free Delivery will be delivered in 3-4 business days between 8.00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Example: If you upload your files before 10:30 a.m. Western on Monday with 2-3 day turnaround, your order will be delivered between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on Thursday or Friday. Log into our site and click "My Account" in the upper-righthand corner to check your client dashboard for status updates.
Files uploaded after the cut off time will be processed the following business day.
Standard 2-3 Days with "Online PDF Proof":
Shipped Orders Files must be uploaded before the cut off time, which is 10:30 a.m. Western to be delivered to the west or 10:30 a.m. Eastern to be delivered to the east. Proofs must be approved the same day before 4:00 p.m. Western for the west or 4:00 p.m. Eastern for the east. Orders will be shipped in 2-3 days by your requested shipping method.
Example: If you upload your files before 10:30 a.m. Western on Monday and approve your proof prior to 4:00 p.m. the same day with 2-3 day turnaround, your order will ship on Wednesday or Thursday. Log into our site and click "My Account" in the upper-righthand corner to check your client dashboard for status updates.
Will Call Files must be uploaded before the cut off time, which is 10:30 a.m. Western for 2-3 day Will Call in the west or 10:30 a.m. Eastern for 2-3 day Will Call in the east. Proofs must be approved the same day before 4:00 p.m. Western for the west or 4:00 p.m. Eastern for the east. Orders will be ready for pick up on Wednesday or Thursday after 4:00 p.m. local.
Example: If you upload your files before 10:30 a.m. Western on Monday and approve your proof prior to 4:00 p.m. the same day with 2-3 day turnaround, your order will be ready for pick up after 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday or Thursday. Log into our site and click "My Account" in the upper-righthand corner to check your client dashboard before coming to pick up your order.
Free Delivery Orders
Free delivery is currently only offered to customers near our California production facility. To see if your zip code qualifies, visit "Free Delivery" under the "Services" section.
Files must be uploaded before 10:30 a.m. Western. Proofs must be approved the same day before 4:00 p.m. Orders will be delivered in 3-4 business days between 8.00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Example: If you upload your files before 10:30 a.m. Western on Monday for Free Delivery and approve your proof before 4:00 p.m., your order will be delivered between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on Thursday or Friday.
Files uploaded after the cut off time will be processed the following business day.
5 Days
If you order a proof (Online PDF or Physical Proof), your turnaround time begins as soon as you approve your proof in our system. If you order "No Proof, Run As Is" (only recommended if you are certain you want us to print what you sent as is) your turnaround time begins as soon as we process your order.
Standard 5 days with "No Proof, Runs As Is":
Shipped Orders Files uploaded before 10:30 a.m. Western to be delivered to the west or 10:30 a.m. Eastern to be delivered to the east with 5 day turnaround will be shipped 5 days from upload by your requested shipping method.
Example: If you upload your files before 10:30 a.m. Western on Monday with 5 day turnaround, your order will ship on the following Monday. Log into our site and click "My Account" in the upper-righthand corner to check your client dashboard for status updates.
Will Call Files uploaded before 10:30 a.m. Western for 5 day Will Call in the west or 10:30 a.m. Eastern for 5 day Will Call in the east will be ready for pick up in 5 days after 4:00 p.m. local.
Example: If you upload your files before 10:30 a.m. Western on Monday with 5 day turnaround, your order will be ready for pick up after 4:00 p.m. local on the following Monday. Log into our site and click "My Account" in the upper-righthand corner to check your client dashboard before coming to pick up your order.
Free Delivery Orders
Free delivery is currently only offered to customers near our California production facility. To see if your zip code qualifies, visit "Free Delivery" under the "Services" section.
Files uploaded before 10:30 a.m. Western for 5 day Free Delivery will be delivered in 6 business days between 8.00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. local.
Example: If you upload your files before 10:30 a.m. Western on Monday with 5 day turnaround, your order will be delivered between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on the following Tuesday. Log into our site and click "My Account" in the upper-righthand corner to check your client dashboard for status updates.
Files uploaded after the cut off time will be processed the following business day.
Standard 5 Days with "Online PDF Proof":
Shipped Orders Files must be uploaded before the cut off time, which is 10:30 a.m. Western to be delivered to the west or 10:30 a.m. Eastern to be delivered to the east. Proofs must be approved the same day before 4:00 p.m. Western for the west or 4:00 p.m. Eastern for the east. Orders will be shipped in 5 days by your requested shipping method.
Example: If you upload your files before 10:30 a.m. Western on Monday and approve your proof prior to 4:00 p.m. the same day with 5 days turnaround, your order will ship on the following Monday. Log into our site and click "My Account" in the upper-righthand corner to check your client dashboard for status updates.
Will Call Files must be uploaded before the cut off time, which is 10:30 a.m. Western for 5 days Will Call in the west or 10:30 a.m. Eastern for 5 days Will Call in the east. Proofs must be approved the same day before 4:00 p.m. Western for the west or 4:00 p.m. Eastern for the east. Orders will be ready for pick up in 5 days after 4:00 p.m. local.
Example: If you upload your files before 10:30 a.m. Western on Monday and approve your proof prior to 4:00 p.m. the same day with 5 days turnaround, your order will be ready for pick up after 4:00 p.m. on the following Monday. Log into our site and click "My Account" in the upper-righthand corner to check your client dashboard before coming to pick up your order.
Free Delivery Orders
Free delivery is currently only offered to customers near our California production facility. To see if your zip code qualifies, visit "Free Delivery" under the "Services" section.
Files must be uploaded before the cut off time, which is 10:30 a.m. Western for 5 day Free Delivery. Proofs must be approved the same day before 4:00 p.m. for order to be delivered in 6 business days between 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. local.
Example: If you upload your files before 10:30 a.m. Western on Monday and approve your proof prior to 4:00 p.m. the same day with 5 day turnaround, your order will be delivered between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on the following Tuesday. Log into our site and click "My Account" in the upper-righthand corner to check your client dashboard for status updates.
Files uploaded after the cut off time will be processed the following business day.
7 Days
If you order a proof (Online PDF or Physical Proof), your turnaround time begins as soon as you approve your proof in our system. If you order "No Proof, Run As Is" (only recommended if you are certain you want us to print what you sent as is) your turnaround time begins as soon as we process your order.
Standard 7 days with "No Proof, Runs As Is":
Shipped Orders Files uploaded before 10:30 a.m. Western to be delivered to the west or 10:30 a.m. Eastern to be delivered to the east with 7 day turnaround will be shipped 7 Days from upload by your requested shipping method.
Example: If you upload your files before 10:30 a.m. Western on Monday with 7 day turnaround, your order will ship the following Wednesday. Log into our site and click "My Account" in the upper-righthand corner to check your client dashboard for status updates.
Will Call Files uploaded before 10:30 a.m. Western for 7 day Will Call in the west or 10:30 a.m. Eastern for 7 day Will Call in the east will be ready for pick up the following Wednesday after 4:00 p.m. local.
Example: If you upload your files before 10:30 a.m. Western on Monday with 7 day turnaround, your order will be ready for pick up after 4:00 p.m. local the following Wedesday. Log into our site and click "My Account" in the upper-righthand corner to check your client dashboard before coming to pick up your order.
Free Delivery Orders
Free delivery is currently only offered to customers near our California production facility. To see if your zip code qualifies, visit "Free Delivery" under the "Services" section.
Files uploaded before 10:30 a.m. Western for 7 day Free Delivery will be delivered in 8 business days between 8.00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. local.
Example: If you upload your files before 10:30 a.m. Western on Monday with 7 day turnaround, your order will be delivered between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on the following Thursday. Log into our site and click "My Account" in the upper-righthand corner to check your client dashboard for status updates.
Files uploaded after the cut off time will be processed the following business day.
Standard 7 days with "Online PDF Proof":
Shipped Orders Files must be uploaded before the cut off time, which is 10:30 a.m. Western to be delivered to the west or 10:30 a.m. Eastern to be delivered to the east. Proofs must be approved the same day before 4:00 p.m. Western for the west or 4:00 p.m. Eastern for the east. Orders will be shipped the following Wednesday by your requested shipping method.
Example: If you upload your files before 10:30 a.m. Western on Monday and approve your proof prior to 4:00 p.m. the same day with 7 day turnaround, your order will ship the following Wednesday. Log into our site and click "My Account" in the upper-righthand corner to check your client dashboard for status updates.
Will Call Files must be uploaded before the cut off time, which is 10:30 a.m. Western for 7 day Will Call in the west or 10:30 a.m. Eastern for 7 day Will Call in the east. Proofs must be approved the same day before 4:00 p.m. Western for the west or 4:00 p.m. Eastern for the east. Orders will be ready for pick up the following Wednesday after 4:00 p.m. local.
Example: If you upload your files before 10:30 a.m. Western on Monday and approve your proof prior to 4:00 p.m. the same day with 7 day turnaround, your order will be ready for pick up after 4:00 p.m. the following Wednesday. Log into our site and click "My Account"in the upper-righthand corner to check your client dashboard before coming to pick up your order.
Free Delivery Orders
Free delivery is currently only offered to customers near our California production facility. To see if your zip code qualifies, visit "Free Delivery" under the "Services" section.
Files must be uploaded before 10:30 a.m. Western for 7 day Free Delivery. Proofs must be approved the same day before 4:00 p.m. for order to be delivered in 8 business days between 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. local.
Example: If you upload your files before 10:30 a.m. Western on Monday and approve your proof prior to 4:00 p.m. the same day with 7 day turnaround, your order will be delivered between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on the following Thursday. Log into our site and click "My Account" in the upper-righthand corner to check your client dashboard for status updates.
Files uploaded after the cut off time will be processed the following business day.
Folding
Choose Folding Type:
None: This option is a flat piece of paper like a flyer.
Each size refers to the flat sheet (horizontal by vertical), so the final size of your brochure will depend on folding options. For a flyer (which has no folding), the final size will match the selected size in the calculator.
A classic brochure fold, this option creates three two-sided panels with the folds oriented vertically. Note that one panel is slightly shorter than the others in order to tuck inside and will be hidden until the brochure is opened. Sometimes this folding option is also referred to as a 3 Panel Roll Fold.
Each size refers to the flat sheet (horizontal by vertical), so the final size of your brochure will depend on folding options. For example, an 11" x 8.5" brochure with a Tri-Fold has a finished size of 3.6875" x 8.5" (3 11/16" x 8 1/2" which creates a portrait orientation.
This option creates two two-sided panels with the fold at the top and oriented horizontally. (If you would like the fold vertically on the left, please look at Vertical Half-Fold.)
Each size refers to the flat sheet (horizontal by vertical), so the final size of your brochure will depend on folding options. For example, an 8.5" x 11" brochure with a Half-Fold has a finished size of 8.5" x 5.5" which creates a landscape orientation.
This option creates three two-sided panels with the folds oriented vertically. Note that the middle panel is not visible on either side until the brochure is opened. Sometimes this folding option is also referred to as a 3 Panel Accordion Fold.
Each size refers to the flat sheet (horizontal by vertical), so the final size of your brochure will depend on folding options. For example, an 11" x 8.5" brochure with a Z-Fold has a finished size of 3.668" x 8.5" which creates a portrait orientation.
This option creates four two-sided panels with the folds oriented vertically. Note that two panels are folded inside and will be hidden until the brochure is opened.
Each size refers to the flat sheet (horizontal by vertical), so the final size of your brochure will depend on folding options. For example, an 11" x 8.5" brochure with a Double Parallel Fold has a finished size of 2.75" x 8.5" which creates a portrait orientation.
This option creates four two-sided panels with the folds oriented vertically. Note that two panels are slightly shorter than the others in order to tuck inside and will be hidden until the brochure is opened.
Each size refers to the flat sheet (horizontal by vertical), so the final size of your brochure will depend on folding options. For example, a 17" x 11" brochure with a 4 Panel Roll Fold has a finished size of 4.3125" x 11" (4 5/16" x 11") which creates a portrait orientation. Since a 4 Panel Roll Fold tucks in upon itself, the interior panels are shorter than the exterior panels. In this example, panels 1 and 2 (which form the outside of the folded brochure) are 4.3125" x 11". Panel 3 is 4.25" x 11" and panel 4 is 4.125" x 11".
This option creates four two-sided panels with the folds oriented vertically. Note that two panels are folded inside and will be hidden until the brochure is opened.
Each size refers to the flat sheet (horizontal by vertical), so the final size of your brochure will depend on folding options. For example, a 17" x 11" brochure with a Double Parallel Fold has a finished size of 4.25" x 11" which creates a portrait orientation.
This option creates six two-sided panels and folds to fit inside a #10 envelope. Note that four panels are folded inside and will be hidden until the brochure is opened.
Each size refers to the flat sheet (horizontal by vertical), so the final size of your brochure will depend on folding options. For example, this 11" x 17" brochure with an 11 x 17 Fold to #10 Envelope has a finished size of 3.6875" x 8.5" (3 11/16" x 8 1/2") which creates a portrait orientation. Picture this finished piece as a combination of two folds. First, your 11" x 17" gets a Half-Fold down to 11" x 8.5". Your 11" x 8.5" then gets a Tri-Fold down to the finished size of 3.6875" x 8.5". To help visualize this, please look at our description of Half-Fold and Tri-Fold.
This option creates four two-sided panels with the folds oriented vertically. Note that panels 1 and 4 tuck inside panels 2 and 3 once the fold is complete and are hidden until the brochure is opened.
Each size refers to the flat sheet (horizontal by vertical), so the final size of your brochure will depend on folding options. For example, a 17" x 11" brochure with a Double Close Gate Fold has a finished size of 4.3125" x 11" (4 5/16" x 11") which creates a portrait orientation. Since a Double Close Gate Fold tucks in upon itself, the interior panels are shorter than the exterior panels. In this example, panels 2 and 3 (which form the outside of the folded brochure) are 4.3125" x 11". Panels 1 and 4 are 4.1875" x 11".
This option is ideal for larger sheets. It folds both vertically and horizontally to meet your specifications. Generally, only two panels are visible until the brochure is opened.
Please contact customer service to discuss your what you would like.
Each size refers to the flat sheet (horizontal by vertical), so the final size of your brochure will depend on folding options.
This option creates four two-sided panels with the first fold horizontal and the second vertical. This creates a finished piece that is 1/4 the size of the printed sheet before being folded with the same orientation and aspect ratio the sheet had before folding. Commonly, this option is used to create four one-sided panels of information with a single, large graphic (such as a map) spanning the sheet on the reverse side when fully open.
Each size refers to the flat sheet (horizontal by vertical), so the final size of your brochure will depend on folding options. For example, an 8.5" x ll" brochure with a Quarter-Fold has a finished size of 4.25" x 5.5" which maintains a portrait orientation.
This option creates two two-sided panels with the fold on the left and oriented vertically. (If you would like the fold horizontal on the top, please look at Half-Fold.)
Each size refers to the flat sheet (horizontal by vertical), so the final size of your brochure will depend on folding options. For example, an 8.5" x 11" brochure with a Half-Fold has a finished size of 4.25" x 11" which maintains a portrait orientation.
Quantity
When to choose Offset
Custom Orders
Quantity
The quantity available is dependent on the order specifications you choose. To see available quantities, complete all order specifications in the pricing calculator and click on the "Quantity" dropdown menu.
Due to our printing process, we print in specific quantity increments. If you would like an amount not listed in the pricing calculator, you have two options.
Request a custom estimate for the specific quantity you need
Order a larger quantity and ask us to ship only what you need
Ordering one of our specified quantities is generally more affordable than a custom estimate. Let us know how many units you would like shipped and we will recycle the excess for you. Simply choose the amount of items you would like recycled under the "shipping" section after placing your order.
For example, if you would like 700 units, you can order 1000 units and let us know you only want 700 shipped. We will responsibly dispose of the extras.
We typically print more than the quantity ordered. Because printing is a manufacturing process, the total finished quantity may vary. We usually ship a few more than you order, but sometimes quantities can vary +/- 5%. Standard industry procedure is to consider this range shipment in full.
When to choose Offset
4-Color Offset printing is ideal for lower prices on large quantity orders or any time you would like coating on your products.
Almost always, people choose this option when ordering large quantities.
Custom Orders
If you would like to order product options not available in the pricing calculator, simply request a custom estimate. To request a custom estimate, click "Estimates" at the top of the page.
In many cases, it is more affordable to order one of our specified quantities than to place a custom order. Custom orders are most commonly placed for order specifications that are not listed in the calculator.
If all your order specifications are available in the Pricing Calculator but you would like a quantity not listed in the dropdown menu, choose the next-highest quantity. Simply choose "recycle overages" in the shipping method section and we will responsibly recycle the extras.
For example, if you would like 700 units, you can order 1000 units and let us know you only want 700 shipped. We will responsibly dispose of the extras.
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PDF stands for Portable Document Format. This template can be imported into: InDesign, Quark Express, Illustrator, Corel Draw, and many other content creation programs.
JPEG stands for Joint Photographic Experts Group and is a basic raster file format. This template is recommended for Photoshop.
EPS stands for Encapsulated PostScript. This template is recommended for advanced Illustrator users only.
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File Preparation
In order to ensure your files are print-ready, we recommend that you upload them in PDF format. When you generate a print-ready PDF, your computer will use the settings in Adobe Acrobat Distiller or any other PDF generating programs you may use. Please make sure that these are set properly before generating your PDF file. Click here to see our preferred PDF settings.
We also accept .JPG (JPEG), .EPS and .TIF (TIFF) file types, however PDF is the preferred format.
Check your file to make sure it meets our file creation guidelines. This will help speed up the production of your project and give your printed piece the best results.
Use the CMYK colorspace (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, blacK). These are industry standard printing colors. CMYK colors are different than RGB (Red, Green, Blue), which are used to display colors on your screen.
Use a minimum resolution of 300 dpi for image files.
All fonts need to be outlined or embedded. For more information on fonts, please Click Here
Specify trim area with crop marks. (Don't place crop marks inside the work area.) For more information on crop marks, please Click Here
Artwork should have 1/8" (0.125") bleed extending past the trim line. This is to prevent minor cutting variations from leaving unintended results at the trim edge. For more information on bleed, please Click Here
Safe Area is the 1/8" (0.125") area inside the trim line. Do not put critical information or images within the Safe Area. This is to prevent minor cutting variations from leaving unintended results at the trim edge. For more information on safe area, please Click Here
If you want printed borders, they must be placed a minimum of 1/8" (0.125") inside the trim line and include bleed. This is to prevent minor cutting variations from leaving unintended results at the trim edge.For more information on borders, please Click Here
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File Orientation
Please click the link below for an explanation of file orientation.
We require that you extend any images that run up to the trim line a minimum of 1/8" (0.125") past the trim line to create "bleed". Depending on what program you use to create your file, this may or may not change the total image area of your file. Programs like Photoshop that do not allow the creation of "bleed" or the addition of crop marks will require an image area that is 1/4" (0.25") larger than your desired final overall image area in both dimensions.
Safe Area is the 1/8" (0.125") area inside the trim line. Do not put critical information or images within the Safe Area. This is to prevent minor cutting variations from leaving unintended results at the trim edge. If you choose to make less than this minimum clearance, we will NOT be responsible for items that are cut off in this area.
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Proofs and File Check
We offer three proof options:
Online PDF Proof: You will be sent a link to view your proof via email. Please keep in mind that this is only a proof for content and positioning; the color on your screen may vary from the color of your final product, depending on your monitor and viewing conditions.
Hard Copy Proof: The Hard Copy Proof can either be picked up on-site or shipped to you. Please keep in mind that this is a proof for content and positioning and is not printed on your actual job stock. Color may vary slightly when printed on the stock you ordered. When ordering a Hard Copy Proof, you will receive a complimentary Online PDF Proof, as well.
No Proof, Run As-Is: This option is for the industry professional who is certain their project is ready to hit the press and does not require the additional security of a proof.
File Check:
If our prepress department sees anything questionable with your file, we will contact you via email with our concerns. Should prepress email you, please note that your job is not considered fully submitted until you respond to this email. This should be factored into your turnaround time.
Please Note: The charge for our technical team to review your file when first submitted is included in the price of your order. If they note technical concerns with your file, they may email you with their concerns so you can upload a corrected file. If subsequent uploads still contain errors, you may be charged an additional prepress fee to review your file again.
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With thousands of online design templates, simply choose one, make any changes you like, instantly view an online proof, and order it for print! We created matching templates for many popular products, so you can order a wide variety of products with a consistent look.
Click on the Design Online button in the section above to check out all your design template options.
Buy Design Templates
You can purchase and download any templates from our extensive design library, customize them on your desktop and upload them later when you are ready to order. Please note that when the templates download, they will convert to a low resolution. When you upload your work, we will convert it back to high resolution. Your online PDF proof will show the high resolution file for your final approval.
Click on the Design Online button in the section above, choose a template, and then click "Order This Design" to download it. When you are ready to have your design printed, fill out the pricing calculator and upload your file when prompted.
Custom Design
If you would like fully custom design, we offer three custom design packages. Packages 1-3 provide increasing design choices and revisions, as detailed below. To choose your package, simply make your selection in the pricing calculator.
Design Package 1:
Design Package #1 includes 2 design concepts and complete layout of your order. You may submit 1-2 of your own high quality images or browse our industry-leading image resource. This Package includes up to 2 design consultations to make any revisions and complete setup for printing. Once you approve your final design, you will receive a PDF proof. Your order will be printed after you approve the proof.
Design Package 2:
Design Package #2 includes 3 design concepts and complete layout of your order. You may submit 1-3 of your own high quality images or browse our industry-leading image resource. This Package includes up to 3 design consultations to make any revisions and complete setup for printing. Once you approve your final design, you will receive a PDF proof. Your order will be printed after you approve the proof.
Design Package 3:
Design Package #3 includes 4 design concepts and complete layout of your order. You may submit 1-4 of your own high quality images or browse our industry-leading image resource. This Package includes up to 4 design consultations to make any revisions and complete setup for printing. Once you approve your final design, you will receive a PDF proof. Your order will be printed after you approve the proof.
None: This option is a flat piece of paper like a flyer.
A classic brochure fold, this option creates three two-sided panels with the folds oriented vertically. Note that one panel is slightly shorter than the others in order to tuck inside and will be hidden until the brochure is opened. Sometimes this folding option is also referred to as a 3 Panel Roll Fold.
This option creates two two-sided panels with the fold at the top and oriented horizontally. (If you would like the fold vertically on the left, please look at Vertical Half-Fold.)
This option creates three two-sided panels with the folds oriented vertically. Note that the middle panel is not visible on either side until the brochure is opened. Sometimes this folding option is also referred to as a 3 Panel Accordion Fold.
This option creates four two-sided panels with the folds oriented vertically. Note that two panels are folded inside and will be hidden until the brochure is opened.
This option creates four two-sided panels with the folds oriented vertically. Note that two panels are slightly shorter than the others in order to tuck inside and will be hidden until the brochure is opened.
This option creates four two-sided panels with the folds oriented vertically. Note that two panels are folded inside and will be hidden until the brochure is opened.
This option creates six two-sided panels and folds to fit inside a #10 envelope. Note that four panels are folded inside and will be hidden until the brochure is opened.
This option creates four two-sided panels with the folds oriented vertically. Note that panels 1 and 4 tuck inside panels 2 and 3 once the fold is complete and are hidden until the brochure is opened.
This option is ideal for larger sheets. It folds both vertically and horizontally to meet your specifications. Generally, only two panels are visible until the brochure is opened.
Please contact customer service to discuss your what you would like.
This option creates four two-sided panels with the first fold horizontal and the second vertical. This creates a finished piece that is 1/4 the size of the printed sheet before being folded with the same orientation and aspect ratio the sheet had before folding. Commonly, this option is used to create four one-sided panels of information with a single, large graphic (such as a map) spanning the sheet on the reverse side when fully open.
This option creates two two-sided panels with the fold on the left and oriented vertically. (If you would like the fold horizontal on the top, please look at Half-Fold.)
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