Standard solution: setting up a new document
Fixed choices that prevent errors
Many graphic errors occur because the document was set up incorrectly from the start. Make these decisions consciously before you draw the first element.
§Settings at startup
| Choice | Consideration |
|---|---|
| Color space | RGB for digital, CMYK for printing |
| Format/size | The final format, not a random format |
| Bleed | Add drainage if anything goes to the edge under pressure |
| Margins and grid | Set columns and margins before content is placed |
| Color profile | The profile the media/printer requires |
§Good file hygiene
- 01Name the document clearly, preferably with date or version.
- 02Keep layers and elements organized and named.
- 03Collect linked images and documents so the file can be moved without loss.