Vector files are always best for DTF printing because they give us the sharpest details. If you're using a raster image, a high-resolution PNG file is the next best option.

Just like most commercial printing, DTF uses the CMYK color range. This means we can get very close to your design, but the final print is limited to those specific colors.

For any free-floating lines (like fine text or thin borders), we need a minimum thickness of 0.019" (or 1.4 pt). If the lines are thinner than that, they might not stick properly to your garment.

For raster images (like JPEGs or PNGs), the "gold standard" is 300 DPI (dots per inch). Why 300? Because anything lower can lead to blurriness or pixelation—meaning your design won't look as sharp when printed.

Want a transfer that's barely noticeable? Increase your negative space! Designs with plenty of "show through" are more breathable and result in a dramatically softer hand feel when you touch the garment.

If your PNG file has semi-transparent pixels (like feathered or faded edges), our printer might interpret them as white ink. To prevent a thin, ghostly white outline around your finished design, make sure your edges are fully opaque or completely transparent.

If your design features soft edges or gradual fades, you might notice a white "halo" around the print on your garment. To achieve a seamless fade-out effect and completely avoid that white border, consider incorporating a halftone technique into your artwork.

Please make absolutely sure your design files have a transparent background. Our DTF printer will print everything it sees in the image—including any solid white background—so if you send a white box, you'll get a white box!

To get the closest match possible, we strongly recommend using HEX codes from a reliable color guide in your artwork.