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Optimizing Vector Graphics for Print

Vector designs will be printed with digital direct or plot printing. Vector graphics are necessary for plot printing. We use a machine for plot printing which punches out your design on color foil. Then a member of the Spreadshirt staff "weeds" the design: that is, removes the unnecessary pieces of film. The weeded design is then positioned on the t-shirt and pressed on using high heat and pressure. The carrier film is peeled off and, voilà, the t-shirt is finished.

Vector design requirements for plot printing:
  • We support SVG, AI and CDR file formats.
  • Your design must not exceed 15 x 15 inches.
  • Please create each color in your design as a separate layer.
  • All objects and text to be printed must be converted into paths.
Measuring and increasing line thickness

If parts of the design are thinner than the required line width, they can tear during weeding and make the print motif unusable. If gaps in the motif or whole parts of the motif are too small (e.g. dots), they may possibly be overlooked during weeding or be difficult to detach. In addition, fine lines do not adhere as well to the shirt and may peel off. Lines and other parts of the motif must therefore have a diameter of at least 0.06 inches and gaps between elements should be at least 0.04 inches.

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