Your PNG file must have a transparent background. If your design has a white background around it, that white square will be printed directly onto your T-shirt. This is one of the most common mistakes made by new designers and results in a very unprofessional-looking product. Ensure that when you export your PNG, the "transparent background" option is selected in your design software. Always preview your design on a mockup with a different color shirt to confirm the background is truly transparent.
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4. Transparent Background is Non-Negotiable
Part 6 • Technical Requirements for Print-Ready Artwork
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In this module: Technical Requirements for Print-Ready Artwork10 steps
- 1The Difference: Vector vs. Raster Graphics
- 2The Ideal File Format: PNG with Transparent Background
- 3Color Modes: CMYK vs. RGB
- 4Transparent Background is Non-Negotiable
- 5Font Considerations: Outlining Text
- 6Line Thickness and Detail
- 7Bleed, Margins, and Safe Print Areas
- 8File Naming Conventions
- 9Mockups vs. Print Files
- 10Your Artwork Checklist: The Non-Negotiables
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