DTF Artwork Setup
Under Pressure Transfers · File Guidelines
No transparent pixels allowed.
Any opacity below 100% (glows, shadows, soft edges) causes weak colour, broken white ink, and poor adhesion.
Any opacity below 100% (glows, shadows, soft edges) causes weak colour, broken white ink, and poor adhesion.
Why Transparency Cannot Be Used for DTF
DTF printing requires solid artwork so the printer can lay down strong colour ink and a full white underbase.
Adhesive powder sticks only where ink exists.
Transparent or semi-transparent pixels = no colour → no white ink → no adhesive.
Good news — we check for transparency for FREE.
Our Gang Sheet Builder automatically scans your artwork for any transparent pixels, fades, or soft edges before you place your order.
If your file has transparency, the app will warn you instantly so you can fix it before checkout.
👉 Click here to open the Gang Sheet Builder
Our Gang Sheet Builder automatically scans your artwork for any transparent pixels, fades, or soft edges before you place your order.
If your file has transparency, the app will warn you instantly so you can fix it before checkout.
👉 Click here to open the Gang Sheet Builder
Correct File Setup
✓ Recommended
Solid artwork, no transparency. Crisp edges and full white backing.
Proper DTF Layers
Colour Ink
White Underbase
Incorrect File Setup
✕ Avoid
Fades, glows, and transparent pixels create holes in the ink and white layer.
What Transparency Causes
Broken Colour
Patchy White
Required Artwork Checklist
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File types: PNG, TIFF, PDF, EPS (flattened)
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No transparency: Everything that should print must be 100% opaque.
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Background: Fully transparent or fully solid — nothing in-between.
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Resolution: Minimum 300 DPI at final print size.
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Colour mode: RGB preferred (we handle RIP conversion).
Quick Explanation
Transparent pixel → no colour → no white ink → no adhesive → nothing transfers.
Unsure if your artwork is print-ready? Upload it — we’ll check it for you.
