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How to Convert RGB to CMYK

Learn how to convert your files from RGB to CMYK for your favorite design program.

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PrintingCenterUSA requires Print-Ready PDFs from customers for print projects. One of the most important qualities a Print-Ready PDF has is that it is in the CMYK color mode. With that being said, one of our most frequently asked questions is: How do I
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What Is Full Bleed Printing?

Bleed refers to an extra 1/8” (.125 in) of image or background color that extends beyond the trim area of your printing piece.

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If you’re new to the world of print, then you may not understand what full bleed printing is. To prevent your printed product from having unsightly white lines around the border, you must set your document up with bleeds. Bleed refers to an extra 1/8”
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Perfect Bound vs. Saddle Stitch; Which Book is Right for You?

What binding type will you choose for your next book printing project? Saddle stitch binding is our most popular but perfect binding is another top choice.

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One of the most important decisions to make for your next book printing project is what type of binding option to choose. While saddle stitch binding is our most popular and cost efficient form of binding, if you have a high enough page count, perfect bound
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How Much Does It Cost To Print A Book?

Pricing your book often comes down to page count, quantity and bindery option. Get a grasp on how much your book might cost in this book pricing article.

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At PrintingCenterUSA, we feel that the combination of digital and offset complement each other when it comes to the final price to print a book. We utilize the strengths of each to offer our customers the best of both worlds for quality, price, service and
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What is a Zine? | PrintingCenterUSA

Zine publications are a great format for anyone to share their thoughts, experiences, photos, artwork or interests. Zine printing helps you connect with other people with similar interests.

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First Off, What is a Zine? Zine publications are a great format for anyone to share their thoughts, experiences, photos, artwork or interests, get them in front of an appreciative public and connect with other people with similar
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Perfect Binding | PrintingCenterUSA

Perfect binding is a type of book binding you see on soft cover books such as paperback books or magazines. What is perfect binding described in detail.

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Perfect binding is a popular type of book binding you see on soft cover books such as paperback books and magazines. The internal pages are printed on both sides of text weight paper, then gathered together (collated) into a book, one on top of the other, in
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20 Free Stock Photo Sites For Print

If you are in need of fresh and creative photography to spruce up your marketing projects, check out these 20 amazing websites! We've put together a list of all the best resources of where to find FREE stock photos.

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You’ve been searching for hours…combing through page after page of standard stock photos that just aren’t quite what you’re looking for.  Or maybe you’re on a budget and don’t want to spend money on overly-used images from big-name stock
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6 Things You Need To Know Before Using An Online Printing Service

Learn how to choose the right printing service for your next project. Keep a look out for good communication, design tools, transparency in price and more.

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It’s no question that the digital age has changed the world completely, especially when it comes to our reliance on e-commerce for obtaining goods and services. Online printers have become an easy and reliable way to order the printing products you need for
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