What is Print for Figma?

Print for Figma is a workflow for turning Figma files into printer-ready PDFs. Printery makes it easy by exporting CMYK PDFs, embedding ICC profiles, and adding bleed & crop marks—so you can send files to a print shop with confidence.

What features does Print for Figma offer?

Printery adds the production export controls Figma is missing for real print work: CMYK PDF export with RGB→CMYK mapping, ICC profile embedding (e.g., ISO Coated v2, FOGRA39), Pantone spot colors and overprint support, bleed & crop marks, DPI control, and multi-page PDF export.

How much does Print for Figma cost?

Printery is free to try with a Free plan for basic exports. Upgrade to Pro when you need advanced production features—CMYK + ICC workflows, spot colors/overprint, multi-page export, and more.

How to export CMYK PDF from Figma?

Install Printery, select the frames/pages you want to export, then: 1) Choose Color mode: CMYK, 2) Pick an ICC profile your print shop uses (e.g., ISO Coated v2), 3) Set DPI (300 DPI is standard for commercial printing), 4) Enable bleed & crop marks, 5) Export your print-ready PDF.

Can I use Figma for print design?

Yes—Figma works well for print design when you add the right export controls. Printery helps you handle the print-production requirements (CMYK/ICC, bleed, crop marks, DPI) so your files are ready for real printers—not just screens.

Do I still need InDesign for print design?

For many projects, you may not—brochures, flyers, posters, packaging, and marketing materials can often be produced directly from Figma with Printery. InDesign is still a better fit for long-form documents (books, complex magazines) or highly specialized typography workflows. Use the tool that matches your project.

What ICC profile should I use?

Most print shops can tell you which profile they prefer. Common choices include ISO Coated v2 (EU) and SWOP (US). If you're unsure, ask your printer first—then match it in Printery for consistent output.

What DPI should I use for printing from Figma?

For commercial printing, 300 DPI is the standard for photos and raster artwork. Use lower DPI (150/72) only for drafts or when file size matters more than quality.

Can I use Figma for print design?

Yes. Figma works well for print design when paired with the right export tools. Printery adds CMYK, bleed, crop marks, and DPI controls that Figma doesn't natively support.

What DPI should I use for print in Figma?

Use 300 DPI for commercial printing (business cards, brochures, packaging). Use 150 DPI for large-format prints viewed from a distance (posters, banners).

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Print Design in Figma

Name: Printery - Print for Figma
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Figma is a screen-first tool, but with the right approach it's perfectly capable of professional print design. This guide covers everything you need to know.

1. Setting Up Your Document

Start with the correct dimensions. Always design at the final print size (in inches or millimeters), not in pixels. Add your bleed area around the design.

Document Type	Size	With Bleed
Business Card	3.5" × 2"	3.75" × 2.25"
A4 Flyer	210 × 297mm	216 × 303mm
US Letter	8.5" × 11"	8.75" × 11.25"
Poster (A3)	297 × 420mm	303 × 426mm

2. Color Considerations

Design in RGB in Figma (it's the only option), but keep CMYK limitations in mind. Avoid extremely vibrant neon colors that don't reproduce well in CMYK.

⚠️ Colors that shift most in CMYK: Bright blues, vivid greens, neon oranges, and electric purples. Keep brand-critical colors within the CMYK gamut. Printery shows you a preview of CMYK conversion before export.

3. Typography for Print

Minimum body text: 8pt (9-11pt recommended)
Headlines: 18pt or larger for impact
Fine print: Never below 6pt
Font weight: Avoid ultra-light weights — they disappear in print
Black text: Use pure black (K100), not rich black, for body text to avoid registration issues

4. Image Resolution

All raster images must be at least 300 DPI at print size. This means a 4" × 6" photo needs to be at least 1200 × 1800 pixels. Printery's DPI check catches low-res images before export.

5. Bleed & Safe Area

Extend all background colors and images 3mm (0.125") beyond the trim line. Keep all text and important content at least 5mm from the trim line (safe area).

6. Export with Printery

Use Printery to handle the technical print production requirements that Figma doesn't natively support: CMYK conversion, ICC profiles, bleed marks, crop marks, and DPI verification.

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Print Design Checklist

☐ Document set to correct print dimensions
☐ 3mm bleed area added around design
☐ No important content within 5mm of trim line
☐ All images at 300 DPI or higher
☐ Body text at 8pt minimum
☐ No ultra-light font weights used
☐ Brand colors verified in CMYK preview
☐ Spelling and content proofread
☐ CMYK conversion enabled in Printery
☐ Correct ICC profile selected
☐ Crop marks enabled
☐ PDF exported and verified

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