What our free file check covers
Our free file check is a practical first step for customers who already have artwork and want to know if it is ready for print. We look at the most common issues that can cause trouble on business cards, flyers, posters, banners and stickers, then give clear feedback on what needs fixing before we start printing.
This check is suited to short-run digital printing and quick-turnaround work, especially when time is tight and the file has to be right the first time. We do not rewrite the layout for you at this stage, but we will flag obvious setup problems so you can correct them or ask us for the needed artwork updates.
- Trim and bleed checks for edge-to-edge artwork
- Image quality and low-resolution warnings
- Font, spelling and layout issues that stand out immediately
- Page size, fold lines and panel order for brochures or menus
- Safe margins for text, logos and important details
How to send your artwork through the enquiry form
To get the file check started, use the enquiry form on our contact page and attach the artwork you want us to review. The cleanest files are usually PDF, but we can also assess other common print formats if they open correctly and contain all the artwork elements. If you have separate pages or versions, name them clearly so we can tell which one is final.
Please include the product you need, the quantity, the size and your deadline. If you are in a hurry, mention that upfront so we can prioritise the review and advise whether same-day digital printing is possible. A little detail at the start saves back-and-forth later, especially when load-shedding or a late approval can affect turnaround.
- Tell us the product and size you need
- Attach the file in the best available format
- Note any special finishing such as folding, drilling or laminating
- Let us know if the file is for one of several branches or areas
The checks we make before production starts
When the file lands with us, the team checks it against the chosen print method and material. For digital printing in Randfontein CBD, that means looking closely at the details that matter when a file goes straight to press. Lerato and Willem handle production-side checks, while Anele can flag artwork problems that need a redraw or proofing update.
We look for things that are easy to miss on a screen but show up on paper, vinyl or board. That includes low image resolution, missing bleed, incorrect page size, weak contrast, overfilled text boxes and elements placed too close to the edge. If your file has a logo refresh, menu layout or brochure layout, we also check that the final print size still suits the intended use.
- Resolution too low for the required size
- Colours that may shift after printing
- Missing fonts or linked images
- Incorrect folds, panels or sticker outlines
- Spelling, contact detail and alignment issues
What happens if your file needs changes
If we spot an issue, we will tell you exactly what needs attention and whether it is a simple correction or a full artwork adjustment. Some clients can fix the file themselves and resubmit it. Others prefer us to handle the changes through our design service, especially for business card design, flyer design, poster design or banner artwork. That way the file comes back print-ready and properly set up.
We do not print files that are clearly unsuitable without checking with you first. If the artwork needs a proofing update, we will explain the next step before production continues. This keeps the process straightforward and avoids surprises on collection. It also helps when the job is for a customer in Roodepoort, Krugersdorp or Westonaria and the timing is tight. A file that looks fine on a phone screen can still be off by a few millimetres and that matters.
Why the free file check saves time and money
A free check can prevent a small file issue from becoming a costly reprint. If the bleed is missing, the text is too close to the trim or the image is too soft, it is better to catch that before the paper is cut or the banner is finished. For West Rand businesses that need flyers for a promotion, stickers for stock or posters for an event, this can make the difference between a clean job and a rushed fix.
It also helps with municipal-facing and customer-facing material where details must be right. Opening times, trading names, registration numbers, addresses and directions should all be legible and placed properly. For outdoor work in the West Rand, we also keep an eye on colour strength and layout so the artwork still reads well after printing. The point is simple: check first, print once.
Areas we support across the West Rand
Although our base is in Randfontein CBD, we work with businesses across the surrounding area every day. Clients from Greenhills, Toekomsrus and Mohlakeng often send files in for quick checking before collection or delivery, and we also assist customers in Mogale City, Roodepoort, Krugersdorp and Westonaria who need fast digital print support.
For repeat orders, the checked file can often be used again with only a date, price or contact detail update. That makes ongoing print work easier for shops, offices, schools, contractors and local service businesses. If you want artwork checked before your next run, send it through the enquiry form and we will take a proper look. Quick, practical and no fuss.
