Do images need to be in cmyk mode or may we submit them in rgb mode?
Images can be submitted to us in either RGB or cYMK mode. Make sure that you attach the input color profile, especially if you converted images from RGB to CMYK.
What resolution should images be?
Every image should be at least 300 ppi/dpi (pixels per inch/dots per inch) at the actual dimensions the image will appear in your yearbook. You can check this in Photoshop under “Image” and “Image Size.”
May we use images from a digital camera?
Yes, as long as it is a high-resolution camera. We recommend using at least a four-megapixel camera.
May we include pictures from magazines, music cd covers or stickers in our yearbook?
No. It is not legal to publish any previously published (copyrighted) material unless you have supplied a release signed by the copyright owner. Resolving possible copyright infringement may result in delaying your shipping date; if you’re not certain about an image, call Customer Care at 1-888-680-0143 for assistance.
How should images be named?
Each image, whether it’s a student portrait or a candid photo, should have a unique name no longer than eight characters (not including extension). This is critical, if you are not submitting a PDF file, to avoid losing images and linking incorrectly in your document. We recommend using a simple formula for naming images: use the page number on which the image appears, followed by an underscore, followed by position number on the page. For example, the three JPEG images to be placed on page 18 would be named 018_01.jpg,
018_02.jpg, 018_03.jpg. Do not use these keystrokes: -,~,/. Please Note: this is only if you are submitting a non-PDF book.
How will we know if our images are correctly linked?
In QuarkXPress®, under the Utilities menu, choose Usage to see a list of all of the images used in the document. Their status should be listed as “OK” under image status. If it says “Missing” or “Modified”, you will need to update each image before resaving the document. In InDesign®, check image links under the Window menu, choose Links, then select Link Information. Then check the content Status.
Which file format should we use to save our images?
We accept several file formats, but the preferred format is a JPEG file with the quality set at (10–12 less compression). These images will take up the least amount of space, and will save CD burning time and CDs! You may also save images as TIFF, PNG or EPS files.
Please Note: this is only if you are submitting a non-PDF book.