Guides

Topic hubs that gather the relevant tools, reference pages and glossary terms.

Paper & stocks

Paper weights, GSM/lb, and card stocks — art card, kraft, metallic, recycled, PVC and more.

Finishes

Lamination, spot UV, foil, emboss/deboss, letterpress, coatings and edge painting — what each does.

Sizes & file setup

Card sizes, bleed, safe area, templates, folds, rounded and die-cut cards, and preparing artwork.

Colour

CMYK vs RGB, Pantone/spot colour, and getting colour right for print.

Pre-press & printing

Offset vs digital, lead times, choosing a printer, QR codes, carbonless forms and scanning.

Using & ordering

How many cards you need, what to write on them, networking etiquette, ordering tips and when to redesign.