Welcome to our new FTP submission info page! To ensure your files are eligible for approval and to move smoothly through production, please confirm the following checklist below before submitting your print-ready file:
File Checklist for Uploading:
- All images and graphics are in sRGB colour profile
- You have used Pikto InDesign templates, SmartAlbums templates, or followed the correct dimensions & exported files with appropriate bleed
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All full-page images & page colours go all the way to the outer bleed line in your respective software
- In the following “Export Adobe PDF” dialog box, set the “Adobe PDF Preset” to
PDF/X-3:2002 - Under the “Marks and Bleeds” tab, select Use Document Bleed Settings and make
sure that all printer’s marks are not selected.
- In the following “Export Adobe PDF” dialog box, set the “Adobe PDF Preset” to
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Your file has an even number of pages, starting and ending on a single page
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Photo books:
- Pages are exported as individual pages in PDF format
- Cover is exported as a spread (front & back cover) in a PDF separate from the pages (not required for textile covers)
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Photo albums:
- Pages are exported as individual JPG spreads
- Cover is exported as a spread (front & back cover) in a PDF separate from the pages (not required for textile covers)
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Photo books:
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All files are zipped and named correctly:
- Zipped Folder: JaneDoe_11x14_Landscape_Jan1
- Pages file: JaneDoe_Pages_Jan1
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Cover file: JaneDoe_Cover_Jan1 (not required for textile covers)
- No special characters (e.g., +, &) are used in file names
- Black graphics & backgrounds are not 100% K (pure black); solid black backgrounds should be a CMYK mix to avoid printing as grey
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For information on submitting custom dies, see here! (two-week production turnaround)
How to Upload:
Once your production files are print-ready, send the zipped folder to our secure server below (web only):
https://piktoconnect.com
user: aperture
password: pap20
Once your project has been reviewed (1-2 business days), we will send you a link to complete the selection of options and process your order.
Please specify the product you are ordering in the instructions box when uploading. You can follow this format: 8.5” x 11” Landscape Layflat Hardcover book, image wrap, matte cover, 50 pages, semi-matte paper. You will need to enter this information again when placing your order—please ensure it matches exactly. You will receive an email confirmation that contains this information.
If your file is required for an event such as a presentation, party, or anniversary in less than 10 business days from the date of submission, we strongly recommend exporting your files as JPGs and using our online editor for the fastest turnaround.
If your due date is more than 10 business days away, please indicate it in the instructions box when uploading your files as well.
Please note: Failure to follow any of the specifications above will result in your files being rejected and will add at least one business day to your timeline. We do not offer rush processing for FTP photo book orders. The standard timeline is 1–2 business days for review (of a correct file), and 5–6 business days for production.