Menu Booklets

Design / Avoid using fonts smaller than 5 pt or with very thin lines — their printability largely depends on the smoothness of the chosen paper surface. Gold and silver elements may not show well on very thin lines or small areas. If you're using an online editor, keep in mind that while it's convenient, it may not allow you to export files suitable for professional printing.

Layout / The total number of pages — including blank ones — should be divisible by 4. Booklets thicker than approximately 5 mm may not close completely. With many pages, side margins tend to shrink toward the center of the booklet. Do not submit your pages as spreads. We can saddle-stitch up to landscape A3 format.

Quantity / It’s worth ordering a few more copies than the exact headcount — remember, menus are consumables, just like plates or glasses.

General setup / The most reliable file format is PDF/X-4 — it ensures optimal compression and proper embedding of fonts and colors. All images should be in CMYK color mode and 300 dpi resolution at actual size. If you're using extra (spot) colors, the printable areas must be vector-based. If your design reaches the edge of the print, include a 3 mm bleed. Crop marks should be 3 mm long and placed 3 mm from the edge.