Accepted Color Spaces (RGB vs CMYK)

Selecting the right color space for your custom t-shirt design is crucial to ensure that your artwork is printed just as you envision. At Zendesk, we support customers who upload their own designs for personalized shirts and aim to make the process seamless. This article explains accepted color spaces, their impact on print quality, and how to choose correctly.

Understanding Color Spaces

Color space defines how colors are represented in digital files. The two most common color spaces are RGB (Red, Green, Blue) and CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black). Before uploading your t-shirt design, it’s important to know which color space ensures the best result for our printing process.

Accepted Color Spaces for Upload

• RGB is the preferred color space for all uploads. It is compatible with our system and guarantees vibrant color reproduction.
• CMYK files are not supported for uploads and may result in incorrect colors if used.

How RGB and CMYK Affect Your Print

RGB provides a wider color range, which results in brighter and more consistent prints. CMYK is suited for traditional offset printing, but our digital printers are optimized for RGB images. Please always double-check your file’s color space before submitting to ensure the best quality.

Converting Your Design to RGB

• Open your design in your editing software (Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.).
• Ensure the color mode is set to RGB before saving your file.
• Export your design in a supported format, such as PNG, JPEG, or SVG.

Conclusion: Ensure High-Quality Prints

For vibrant, personalized shirts, always upload your image in the RGB color space. This will help guarantee that your design prints accurately and meets Zendesk’s quality standards. If you have questions about file formats or need assistance preparing your file, our support team is ready to help.