Once your Scodix elements are designed, they'll need to be supplied in a very specific format. Scodix files must be sent as a single PDF containing four pages in a set order. This helps ensure everything is aligned correctly during production.
If Scodix is on the front of your design, your PDF should follow this order:
- Front design (print)
- Back design (print)
- Scodix elements for the front (using Spot colour)
- Blank page
If Scodix is on the back, your PDF should follow this order:
- Front design (print)
- Back design (print)
- Blank page
- Scodix elements for the back (using Spot colour)
Supplying it in a separate PDF, omitting the blank page, or using CMYK instead of a Spot Colour will result in the artwork being automatically rejected or misinterpreted by our system — the foil may even print as part of the design.
To get the best result, leave at least a 2mm gap between any foil elements and trim or fold lines. This helps prevent cracking or misalignment during finishing.
If in doubt, our team is always here to help, but following this format gives your design the best chance of flying through production.
| NOTE: Scodix is only available on one side and cannot be applied over creased areas of folded products. |