How do I create a printable vector graphics file?
Vector graphics consist of lines, circles and curves, which means they can be enlarged or reduced without any loss of quality. Several software programmes can help you create vector graphics, e.g. CorelDRAW, Adobe Illustrator or Inkscape.
Please be sure to follow the advice below when creating them. Once you’ve uploaded your design, we will run an automatic check to see whether it meets our criteria. We may need to make minor changes. For example, we may adjust parts of the design that are too small to print on a T-shirt. If automatic changes aren’t possible, we’ll let you know during upload. In that case, please simply contact our Customer Service team.
Your vector graphics can be printed if they meet these requirements:
- Possible files: .ai or .svg
- Minimum size: 10x10 cm
- Maximum size: 38x38 cm
- Minimum diameter for lines or design details: 1.5 mm
- Max. 3 colours, created separately on one layer
- No colour gradients
- Texts and shapes are converted into completely closed paths
Tip: Your file meets the requirements but uploading still isn't working? Then save your .ai file as a .svg file with these settings: Open the SVG options, go to "Advanced Options" and select "Presentation Attributes" in the CSS Properties.