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The Printer's Corner


Common PDF Issues That Can Ruin Your Print
It is common for PDF files to look great on screen, yet produce noticeably different results when printed. This can be frustrating, especially when the design appears simple and clean. Here's the catch: A PDF can display correctly digitally, while still carrying hidden technical settings that affect how ink is laid down on paper. One of the biggest factors is color profiles. Screens use RGB light to display color, while printers use CMYK for ink distribution. If one PDF is ex
Ben Chatfield
Dec 17, 20252 min read


Bleed, Resolution, and File Formats: A Simple Guide for Better Printing!
If you’re new to printing, you’re not alone. Most customers feel unsure about file prep the first time around. The good news is that a few small steps can make a big difference in how sharp, clean, and professional your project looks. Here's a simple guide to three things that matter most when designing your artwork: bleed, resolution, and file formats. Bleed is extra image space that extends past the edge of your final finished size. It may sound technical, but it’s simply
Ben Chatfield
Nov 21, 20252 min read


How much is too much when it comes to print volume?
A question we regularly get asked is "How much CAN you print?" Our customers sometimes worry about the scale of their orders, especially when deadlines loom. Online vendors often can't handle volume in the thousands, resulting in misprints, delayed delivery, and missed due dates. That's bad news for any business. At Conolly Printing, we don't have those problems. We're built to handle your projects, big and small, on time and on budget. We regularly handle page volumes from 5
Ben Chatfield
Nov 11, 20251 min read


The Power of Digital Printing
As I walk through the print shop, coffee mug in hand, I can't help but be impressed. The print industry has been around for centuries, but it’s changing faster than ever. Our floor, once a home to massive, slow print machines, has been revolutionized thanks to digital printing technology. We can now produce high-quality materials quickly, affordably, and with incredible flexibility. I've seen firsthand how this innovation is reshaping the way people think about print. In the
Ben Chatfield
Oct 15, 20252 min read
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