Free vector editor — the Illustrator alternative. Perfect for logos, illustrations and print-ready SVG/PDF files.
Free photo editor — the Photoshop alternative. Adjust resolution, colours and images before printing.
Online design platform — ready templates for business cards, brochures and posters. Export as print-ready PDF.
Free application for vector drawings and documents. Suitable for simple print files.
Free DTP (Desktop Publishing) software — ideal for multi-page brochures, magazines and catalogues. Exports PDF/X-1a.
Fast image viewer & converter. Convert TIFF, PNG, JPG and check DPI resolution before sending files to print.
Standard profile for European offset printing — CMYK coated paper. This is the profile DDS uses for business cards and brochures.
Standard RGB profile for screens — used when designing and exporting PNG/JPG. Make sure your document is set to sRGB.
PDF template with safe zones (3mm bleed, 2mm safety) for standard business cards. Open in Inkscape or Illustrator.
PDF template with 3mm bleed and print instructions. Ideal for flyers, menus and promotions.
Template for standard Roll-up banner with active zones, bleed and logo placement guide.
How to create print-ready files: resolution, colours, bleed, fonts. 12 pages with visual examples. Recommended for every new client.
Step-by-step guide: how to create tickets, coupons or cards with automatic serial numbering using Print Merge and VBA Macro in CorelDRAW.
A simple explanation of DPI/PPI, why 300 DPI is required for printing and how to check your photo resolution.
Complete list of things to check before sending your file for printing: colours, resolution, font, bleed.
Need help with your files?
The DDS team checks your files for free before printing. Send us your design — we review it and tell you if it's ready.