What are the required PDF specifications?

We advise the following PDF settings:

  • Non-flattened file, minimum Acrobat 5 (PDF 1.4)
  • All pages same size
  • First page (cover) should be included as single page, subsequent pages can be included as single pages or spreads
  • No bleed and registration marks
  • Automatic maximum quality JPEG compression
  • Don't convert text to outlines (embed fonts)
  • Minimum 150 dpi