300 DPI Reference

Print Design Size Guide

Quick reference for print file dimensions, DPI, file formats, and color modes. Prepare your artwork files correctly for any POD product type.

Front โ€” Recommended Dimensions

Primary print area at 300 DPI

12" (3600 px)

16"(4800 px)
Front

Recommended: 300 DPI

All Print Areas

AreaInchesPixelsDPI
FrontMain
12 ร— 16"3600 ร— 4800300
Back
12 ร— 16"3600 ร— 4800300
Left Sleeve
4 ร— 4"1200 ร— 1200300
Right Sleeve
4 ร— 4"1200 ร— 1200300

File Specifications

File FormatPNG
Color ModesRGB
Recommended DPI300 DPI
Minimum DPI150 DPI
Max File Size25 MB
TransparencySupported

Provider-Specific Notes

Printful

Max print area 12.5 ร— 16 in for front. Sleeve print adds $2.49. Back print adds $5.95.

Printify

Print area varies by print provider. Check specific provider for exact dimensions.

SPOD

Max 12 ร— 16 in front. Also supports neck label printing for branding.

Design Tips โ€” T-Shirts

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Use transparent PNG for best results on colored garments.

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Keep design elements at least 0.5 in from edges (safe zone).

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Designs placed 2โ€“3 in below the neckline sell best.

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For dark garments, expect a slight color shift โ€” test with samples.

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