How to Prepare a Logo for Printing
Supply a vector file (AI, EPS or SVG) if possible, or a high-resolution PNG with a transparent background — avoid pulling logos directly off a website.
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The short answer.
Supply a vector file (AI, EPS or SVG) if possible, or a high-resolution PNG with a transparent background — avoid pulling logos directly off a website.
- • Vector files (AI, EPS, SVG) — print at any size cleanly
- • High-res PNG with transparent background — good fallback
- • Avoid low-res website images — they pixelate when enlarged
- • Flag if you need file cleanup or vectorization help
What happens with a low-quality file
A blurry or low-resolution logo enlarged onto a shirt will look pixelated and unprofessional. If that's what you have, most matched providers offer basic vectorization as an add-on step before production.
Tell us the project
Apparel type, quantity and timeline — takes about two minutes.
We review the details
Matched against Indianapolis-area providers with the right equipment.
You get connected
A independent provider reaches out with pricing.
Approve and produce
Proofs, pricing and turnaround are handled directly by that provider.
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Questions about how to prepare a logo for printing.
Yes — once you've got a sense of what you need, submit a quote request and we'll match you with an Indianapolis-area provider suited to your project.
Supply a vector file (AI, EPS or SVG) if possible, or a high-resolution PNG with a transparent background — avoid pulling logos directly off a website.
Submit your project details through our quote form and we'll match you with an independent Indianapolis-area provider.
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