Preparing Your Files

File specifications

JPG dimensions

Exporting

Please save your JPGs at 300dpi and at high quality. Exported files should be around 2-5MB or larger in size. We prefer sRGB profiled images although we will honour any embedded profile. If a profile is not embedded in the JPG we will assume it is sRGB.

Checking your files

Just to be on the safe side, please check your exported layouts before uploading.

Uploading your spreads, logo or test prints

Once you have placed your order via our online store you will receive an order confirmation email with a link to our file uploader. Have your order number to hand and simply follow the instructions to upload your files via your web browser.

Once we have downloaded your files from our server we’ll send you an acknowledgement email.

Using Dropbox?

If you have a Dropbox account you can share a folder with us at hello@folioalbums.com. Please use your order number as the folder name e.g. FO12345

Do I need to apply sharpening to my page layouts before uploading?

It all depends on how sharp you like your images. As part of our standard workflow we will sharpen your layouts as they go to print. If you would like to test the amount of sharpening please order a bespoke test print from the store. If you’re unsure please don’t apply any extra sharpening.

Can I download a profile for soft proofing?

Not at the moment. We regularly optimise our profiles to achieve the very best quality and consistency. Please make use of our free test print service so that you can compare your screen and prints using your own images.

How should I name my files?

Your album spreads are printed and bound in sequential order, so naming your files correctly is important. We suggest that you use a sequence number at the beginning or at the end of the file name and that each sequence number has two digits. For example 1 would actually be 01. A full filename therefore could be…

abcphotography_smithwedding_01.jpg
abcphotography_smithwedding_02.jpg
abcphotography_smithwedding_03.jpg
abcphotography_smithwedding_04.jpg
…
abcphotography_smithwedding_10.jpg
abcphotography_smithwedding_11.jpg
and so on…

Colour management

We operate a fully colour calibrated workflow and we highly recommend your workflow is also colour calibrated. If you’re having problems with dark images from other labs and album companies, it’s probably an issue with your screen brightness being set too high – this is the most common problem. Read this site for more information on colour management and monitor calibration.

Can I get a test print?

Yes, we offer a free test print service. You can either send us one of your images or we’ll send you a sample print. To order a test print, you’ll need to register on the Folio Albums Store and head to the ‘Extras’ category where you can add a test print to your cart. We’ll then send you an order confirmation with a link to upload your file.

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