DTF artwork preparation
Get artwork reviewed for resolution, transparency, edge quality, print size, and the output your DTF process requires.
Production file preview
DST · PDF · ZIP
Print preparation
DTF Artwork Review
DTF artwork preparation focuses on the file that will reach the printer. Orbit Punch checks resolution, transparent backgrounds, edge cleanup, intended print size, color direction, and layout requirements before preparing the output.
DTF artwork preparation
Custom quote after print review
DTF businesses, apparel decorators, print shops, screen printers, merch brands, and teams preparing transfer artwork or gang-sheet elements.
Accepted inputs include PDF, PNG, JPG, JPEG, AI, and ZIP. Typical deliverables include high-resolution transparent PNG or PDF files and other confirmed production exports.
Cleaned artwork at the confirmed print size with transparent background handling, usable resolution, and organized production notes or exports.
Timing is confirmed after artwork resolution, edge cleanup, sizing, color, and layout requirements are reviewed.
Direct answers
DTF artwork preparation focuses on the file that will reach the printer. Orbit Punch checks resolution, transparent backgrounds, edge cleanup, intended print size, color direction, and layout requirements before preparing the output.
Timing is confirmed after artwork resolution, edge cleanup, sizing, color, and layout requirements are reviewed.
Accepted inputs include PDF, PNG, JPG, JPEG, AI, and ZIP. Typical deliverables include high-resolution transparent PNG or PDF files and other confirmed production exports.
Output readiness
Delivered formats
Cleaned artwork at the confirmed print size with transparent background handling, usable resolution, and organized production notes or exports.
Step 1
Upload artwork and intended print dimensions
Step 2
Review resolution, transparency, edges, and colors
Step 3
Prepare the approved production export
Step 4
Confirm revisions and receive the final files
Artwork review
The review identifies production issues before the final output is prepared.
Quote review
The team confirms pricing after reviewing the actual artwork and production requirements.
A high-resolution PNG with a transparent background is common, but PDF or another confirmed production file may be appropriate for the specific printer and workflow.
It can be reviewed, but enlarging a small raster file may not produce clean print edges. Vector Artwork may be recommended before the DTF file is prepared.
Yes. Transparency, edge quality, image dimensions, and the requested print size are reviewed as part of DTF artwork preparation.
DTF artwork quotes depend on file condition, cleanup, print size, number of designs, layout needs, outputs, and deadline.
Embroidery digitizing
Custom stitch files prepared for the garment, placement, size, and machine format your production team uses.
Who it is for
Embroidery shops, apparel brands, caps, polos, jackets, and uniforms.
File output
DST, PES, EMB, PDF, ZIP and other machine formats.
Timing confirmed after artwork review
Logo vectorization
Low-resolution logos, scans, and screenshots redrawn as clean, scalable artwork for production.
Who it is for
Print shops, sign teams, merch brands, and low-res logo cleanup.
File output
AI, EPS, SVG, PDF with clean transparent exports.
Redraw timing confirmed after review
Patch preparation
Patch artwork and production details reviewed for shape, size, border, backing, colors, and intended use.
Who it is for
Patch makers, clubs, uniforms, events, and retail programs.
File output
Patch-ready artwork with border, sizing, and production notes.
Confirmed after artwork review
Resolution, transparency, and size reviewed
