2019/11/08
The most suitable filetype depends on the branding technique used on the product. Please refer to the table below. If you are not sure if your logo file(s) are suitable just email them to us and we will be glad to help.
| Branding Technique (refer to product) | Vector File (.eps, .ai, .cdr) | Raster type file (.jpg, .gif, .bmp, .png, .tiff) |
| Screen Printing | Preferred | Hi-resolution ok (low resolution not suitable) |
| Photo Printing | Acceptable | Preferred if 300 DPI Often acceptable if 150 DPI Low resolution image not suitable |
| Laser Engraving | Preferred | Hi-resolution ok (low resolution not suitable) |
HYINGGIFT accepts: .ai .cdr .eps .psd .pdf*
HYINGGIFT doesn't accept: .cgm, .dxf, .emf, .fh, .fla, .igs, .myv, .pbm, .psp*, .px*, .svg, .svgz, .swf, .wmf, .xar*
These file types can also contain raster/bitmap elements which whose resolution may be unsuitable for achieving a good branding result. PDF files created from vector files must retain the editing capabilities of the program that was used to create them (e.g. Illustrator or Freehand). PDF files that contain raster elements must generally be at least 300DPI.
Vector files must be saved in the Postscript Format and contain no Postscript errors, stray points or colors assigned inconsistently. All type that has been set must be converted to outlines (curves).
They are artwork files that store information about the shapes and lines constituting the image in a mathematical format. They can be scaled easily without producing the 'stair-step' edges you will see in pixel-based (raster) images. They adapt to the resolution of any output device and are considered to be resolution independent. They are produced by programs like Adobe Illustrator®, Macromedia FreeHand® and CorelDRAW®.
HYINGGIFT accepts: .bmp .jpg, .jpeg, .jpe, .gif, .png, .tiff, .tif
HYINGGIFT doesn't accept: .adrg, .adri, .agp, .art, .cin, .fpxc, .exra, .drg., .cpt, .cpi, .fpx, .jpg2, .jp2, .pbm, .pcx, .ppm, .sgi, .rgb, .rgba, .int, .inta, .bw, .tga, .xbm, .xcf, .xpm
They are image files that are defined by a checkerboard pattern, similar to viewing mosaic tiles. Raster images are limited by the number of pixels and cannot be enlarged without producing noticeably jagged, 'stair-stepped' edges. They are produced by digital cameras, scanners, and can also be created by programs like Adobe PhotoShop and CorelPHOTO-PAINT (among others). Magnification of raster files can never increase their resolution.