Sm@rt Code

Post-it® Custom Printed Products

PPAI Sm@rt Standards

We evaluate the “readiness” of the artwork that we receive
according to PPAI’s Sm@rt standards and our specifications.
Artwork is “ready” if we can use it for printing without
modifications that incur extra charges or cause delays.
(Go to www.ppai.org for explanation.)

Sm@rt Code Key

This key is for Sm@rt Code symbols used in this catalog. For more information on Sm@rt Codes or to review a complete key, please visit: www.smart-artwork.org

Sm@rt Code	Artwork Description	Minimum Resolution	File Contents	Minimum Requirements
4S	Raster image*	300	File may also contain vector elements	Spot Color Only
	NOTE: All colors in file must be specified using either a known library (e.g. Pantone®) or the supplier's standard colors. Colors printed on product may or may not match colors assigned in file (e.g. black and white art used for color imprint).

4C	Raster image*	300	File may also contain vector elements	CMYK Color Only
	NOTE: File may also contain spot colors for vector elements.

1X	Vector image or 1200 DPI bitmap	N/A	File contains only vector elements	Colorless Decorating
	NOTE: File colors are used to convey image features only. Decoration does not show file color. Used for engraving, embossing, etching, etc.

*Minimum resolution is for raster image at finished imprint size. “Raster image” means grayscale or color file.

Updated 1/1/06