Printing Talk
10 Easiest Fonts to Read for Print and Digital
First published: 1 May 2020 | Updated: 6 August 2026 The easiest fonts to read combine simple letterforms, generous spacing, and a tall x-height, think Helvetica, Verdana, or Garamond. But the right choice depends on what you’re printing: business cards need compact clarity, flyers need readability at arm’s length, and posters need bold impact from…
Read MoreHow to Flatten a Poster: 5 Easy Methods (Without Damaging It)
First published: 9 December 2021| Updated: 6 August 2026 The quickest way to flatten a rolled poster is to lay it flat, image-side down, under evenly spread weight for 24 to 48 hours. If you’re short on time, reverse-rolling or popping it straight into a frame both work well, too. Below are five tried-and-tested methods,…
Read MoreWhat Is GSM Paper? Complete Guide to Paper Weight & Thickness
First published: 17 August 2018 | Updated: 24 June 2026 If you have ever ordered business cards, invitations, or some other printed paper product, you may have heard of the term “GSM.” Or, perhaps you ordered a printed product in bulk and had to iron out the nitty-gritty details of your purchase, including paper…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to Standard Poster Sizes, Content & Print Design
First published: 19 February 2018 | Updated: 24 June 2026 Standard poster sizes follow the international A-series paper standard, ranging from A7 (7.4 × 10.5 cm) to A0 (84 × 118.8 cm). The most common poster sizes are A3 (28 × 43 cm), A2 (42 × 59 cm), and A1 (59 × 84 cm).…
Read MoreWhat Is NCR Paper & How Does It Work?
NCR paper has its origins in a love story. In the 19th century, Italian inventor Pellegrino Turri invented “carbonated paper” to enable his beloved, the blind Countess Carolina Fantoni da Fivizzano, to write love letters without smudging her hands (and, one assumes, to leave less proof of their liaison). There’s an opera in there somewhere,…
Read MoreCustom Photo Gift Ideas Everybody Will Love
A photo keepsake makes a wonderful gift for your loved ones to celebrate milestones. Whether you’re celebrating an engagement, wedding, anniversary, new baby or new home, photo gifts can add a personal, sentimental touch. These days, you can transform almost anything into a personalized gift. From photo books and albums to home decor, clothing, blankets, and much more,…
Read More11 Creative Business Postcard Ideas To Market Your Business
A direct mail postcard campaign is a great way to reach your ideal customer, advertise your business, and increase sales. In order to stand out amongst other direct mailers, however, you need a creative postcard idea. In this article, we are going to discuss 11 creative ways to make your business postcards more effective. Why…
Read MoreTop 8 Valentine’s Day Promo Ideas for Your Small Business
In 2021, consumer’s spent $21.8 billion for Valentine’s Day, one of the biggest retail holidays of the year. Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching, and if you own a small business, you’ll want to take advantage of this yearly retail boom. Consider these top 8 Valentine’s Day promo ideas to delight and engage your existing customers,…
Read MoreDPI Meaning: What Does DPI Stand For?
In short, DPI stands for dots per inch. It’s an acronym commonly used in the world of printing, and is a measurement of the level of detail that can be produced by a printer. The higher the DPI, the higher resolution the print will be — this is because the more dots per inch there…
Read MoreYes, You Can Have a Text Heavy Flyer Design: Here’s How
Flyer layout design can be difficult to do well, especially with text-heavy projects. Forcing a lot of information into a limited space is sometimes an unavoidable graphic design issue. The question becomes– how do you design a text-heavy advertisement that still attracts the eye? People are usually attracted to minimalist, image-heavy designs. You can, however, engage your…
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