Logo file checker
Drop in your logo and choose where it goes. The checker tells you whether the file is ready for screen printing, embroidery and DTF at that size, and exactly what to fix. Your file never leaves your device.
Your file stays on your device. Nothing is uploaded.
Typical imprint area. We fit the logo inside it and keep its proportions.
Your logo check
Drop in a logo file to see whether it is ready for screen printing, embroidery and DTF at the size you choose.
What to send us
- A vector file (AI, EPS, SVG or PDF) when you have one
- Otherwise a PNG at 300 DPI at print size, with a transparent background
- Pantone colors, if you know them
- Fonts outlined (converted to shapes) or the font files
Not sure which method? Use the decoration method advisor
An automatic check of the file. We confirm the artwork with your mockup and proof before production.
Logo file requirements by method
| Method | Best file | Raster minimum | Colors | Fine detail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen printing | Vector (AI, EPS, SVG, PDF) | 300 DPI at print size | Spot colors; fewer is cheaper | Lines at least 1 pt |
| Embroidery | Vector or a clear image (we redraw it) | Clear image at print size | Up to 8 thread colors | Text at least 1/4 inch tall; details at least 1 mm |
| DTF | PNG with transparent background or vector | 300 DPI at print size | Any, including full color | Lines at least 0.5 mm |
Typical imprint sizes
| Placement | Typical size |
|---|---|
| Left chest | 3 to 4 inches wide |
| Center chest | 6 to 10 inches wide |
| Full front | 12 x 14 inches |
| Full back | 12 x 14 inches |
| Sleeve | About 3 inches wide |
| Cap front | About 4.5 x 2.25 inches |
| Tote | About 10 x 10 inches |
Vector vs raster, in plain words
A vector file stores your logo as shapes and lines. It stays sharp at any size, from a sleeve to the back of a jacket, and each color is a clean, separate area. AI, EPS, SVG and most PDFs from a designer are vector.
A raster file stores your logo as a grid of pixels. PNG, JPG, WEBP and GIF are raster. It looks fine at the size it was made for, but when it is enlarged past its pixel size, edges turn soft or jagged.
For print, a raster file needs about 300 pixels for every inch of print size. A logo 4 inches wide needs to be about 1,200 pixels wide. The checker does this math for the placement you choose.
How to get a vector logo
- Ask your designer or marketing team for the AI, EPS or SVG master file of the logo.
- A PDF exported from Illustrator usually works too.
- A logo saved from a website is usually too small for print.
- We can redraw simple logos as vector art.
Not sure which decoration fits your item? Use the decoration method advisor or read the decoration methods guide.
Frequently asked questions
- What file format is best for printing a logo?
- A vector file: AI, EPS, SVG or a PDF exported from Illustrator. Vector art stays sharp at any size and keeps exact color shapes. If you have no vector file, send a PNG at 300 DPI at the final print size with a transparent background.
- What DPI do I need for screen printing?
- 300 DPI at the final print size.
- Can you embroider from a JPG?
- Yes. We redraw the logo as stitches, but a clear, larger file gives a more accurate result.
- What is the minimum text size for embroidery?
- About 1/4 inch tall.
- Why does my logo look blurry when printed?
- It was enlarged past its pixel size. Use vector art or a larger file.
- Is my file uploaded anywhere?
- No. The check runs in your browser and nothing is sent.
Sources
- Rush Order Tees logo placement guide (imprint sizes by placement)
- Otto Cap artwork requirements (file types, embroidery text size and cap front area)
- T-shirt.ca DTF artwork requirements (300 DPI, transparent PNG, minimum line weight)
Verified October 2026.