Convert2Print User Guide

A simple step-by-step guide for preparing print-ready files.

1. What Convert2Print Does

Convert2Print helps you turn images, illustrations and PDF files into print-ready files. You upload your file, choose a few settings, preview the result and generate the final export.

You do not need graphic design software or print production experience. The system guides you through the most important choices.

2. The Basic Workflow

1. Click Choose files or drag files into the upload area.
2. Select the file you want to work with.
3. Choose the correct workflow: Photo, Illustration or PDF conversion.
4. Check the preview and metrics.
5. Choose size, ratio, DPI, color profile and template if needed.
6. Click Convert & Generate ZIP.
7. Download and open the ZIP file.

3. Uploading Files

You can upload images or PDFs. Multiple files can be added to the same job. Each file gets its own preview, settings and export result.

For batch work, select the files you want to convert before generating the ZIP.

4. Choosing the Right Mode

Photo

Use Photo for camera images, scans and normal photographs. Photo mode keeps the original photo proportions and uses automatic sRGB color output.

Illustration

Use Illustration for artwork, posters, AI images, drawings, signs, digital art and print designs. Illustration mode gives access to ratios, A-series paper sizes, DPI and color profiles.

PDF / PDF-X4

When you upload a PDF, Convert2Print analyzes it automatically. A standard PDF can be converted to PDF/X-4. If the file is already PDF/X-4, it will be detected.

5. Preview Layout

The preview layout controls how many files you see while working.

• 1 Column – Work with one file at a time.
• 2 Columns – Compare two files side by side.
• 3 Columns – Final preview view. Use Back if you need to edit a file again.

6. Original and Metrics

The Original panel shows information about the uploaded file before conversion: pixel size, print size and aspect ratio.

Metrics update when you change settings. They help you understand what the final output will become before you export.

7. Size and Height Mode

For Illustration, you can either keep the original size or choose a custom output height in pixels. The width is calculated automatically from the selected ratio.

For Photo, you choose the output height in centimeters. The width is calculated automatically from the original photo proportions.

PDF files keep their original document size when converted to PDF/X-4.

8. Ratio and Crop

Ratio controls the final shape of the artwork.

• AUTO returns the file to its original ratio.
• Fixed ratios crop the artwork to the selected format.
• A-Series prepares artwork for standard paper sizes such as A5, A4, A3, A2, A1 and A0.

If a crop is applied, the preview shows what will be included in the final export.

9. DPI

DPI controls print detail.

• 150 DPI – Good for large prints viewed from a distance.
• 300 DPI – Recommended for most professional print jobs.
• 600 DPI – High-detail output for artwork, fine lines and maximum sharpness.

10. Color Profiles

Color profiles control how colors are prepared for output.

• sRGB – Best for photos, digital use and general printing.
• CMYK PSO Coated v3 – For coated paper and professional European print workflows.
• CMYK PSO Uncoated v3 – For uncoated paper.
• CMYK US SWOP – For North American print workflows when requested by the printer.

Photo mode uses sRGB automatically.

11. Templates

Templates help organize batch exports into folders inside the final ZIP file.

1. Enter a template name.
2. Click Save.
3. Select a file.
4. Choose the template from the Template dropdown.
5. Repeat for other files if needed.

Example template names: Etsy, Amazon, Website, Customer.

12. Filename

You can rename files before export. The chosen name is used for the generated files.

Use Restore original if you want to return to the uploaded filename.

13. What You Get

PDF → PDF/X-4

• 1 PDF/X-4 file without bleed
• Embedded ICC profile
• Selected color profile applied
• Automatic 300 DPI output

Photo

• 1 JPG photo file
• sRGB ICC profile embedded
• 300 DPI output

Illustration – sRGB

• 1 JPG illustration file
• sRGB ICC profile embedded
• Selected ratio and size applied

Illustration – CMYK

• Original JPG file
• PDF/X-4 without bleed
• PDF/X-4 with 3 mm bleed and crop marks
• PDF/X-4 with 5 mm bleed and crop marks
• Delivery information sheet
• Print summary
• Technical report
• Color conversion report
• Print-ready manifest file

14. Downloading the ZIP

When conversion is finished, Convert2Print creates one ZIP file. Open the ZIP to find your converted files. If templates were used, files are organized inside template folders.

15. If You Are Unsure

• Use Photo for camera images.
• Use Illustration for artwork and posters.
• Use 300 DPI for most print jobs.
• Use AUTO if you want to keep the original ratio.
• Use sRGB unless your print provider asks for CMYK.

Need help? Contact: info@convert2print.com

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