Linden Print - Print from Pixlr

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1. Standard South African Print Sizes & Dimensions 

• STANDARD BUSINESS CARDS
  • Trim Size (Final Card): 90 x 50 mm
  • Canvas Size with Bleed: 96 x 56 mm
• POSTCARDS / A6:
  • Trim Size: 105 x 148 mm
  • Canvas Size with Bleed: 111 x 154 mm
• STANDARD 'A' PAPERS:
  • A5: Trim: 148 x 210 mm | Canvas with Bleed: 154 x 216 mm
  • A4: Trim: 210 x 297 mm | Canvas with Bleed: 216 x 303 mm
  • A3: Trim: 297 x 420 mm | Canvas with Bleed: 303 x 426 mm
• SRA3 (DIGITAL PRESS STANDARD):
  • Sheet Size: 320 x 450 mm
  • (Ideal for multi-up layouts and custom large-format digital jobs).
     

2. Setting Up Your Pixlr Document Correctly

• • 1. CREATE A CUSTOM SIZE: On the Pixlr home screen, click Create new, enter your dimensions in pixels or millimeters including the 3mm bleed on all sides, and ensure your project is set to high resolution (300 DPI / PPI).
    2. SET UP MARGINS: Use the ruler and guide tools to map out a clear boundary so you don't place text too close to the edge.
    3. COLOUR MODE: Keep in mind that Pixlr operates primarily in RGB color mode. (Note: Screen displays use RGB light, so bright neon screen colors may look slightly richer and darker when converted to final ink on paper).
    4. LAYOUT GOLDEN RULES:
       1. The Bleed Zone (Outer edges): Extend any background colors, textures, or photographs all the way to the outer edge of the canvas to avoid white paper gaps when trimmed.
       2. The Safe Zone (Inner area): Keep all important text, logos, and critical design elements at least 4mm to 5mm inside the trim edge so nothing accidentally gets clipped off.
           

3. How to Export a Print-Ready File from Pixlr 

1. Click the Save / Export button in the bottom panel or file menu.
2. Under file format options, select PDF (if available) or choose PNG / High-Quality JPEG set to maximum quality/resolution.
3. IMAGE RESOLUTION: Verify that the export scaling is locked at 100% at 300 DPI to prevent any pixelation.
4. Click Download to save the file to your computer.
5. Click the UPLOAD TO LINDEN PRINT button to send your file for printing.