Tabloid Convention Art Print (11.0" x 17.0" / 279.4 x 431.8 mm) Print Template & Bleed Guide
The undisputed #1 best-selling convention art print format in North America (11.0" x 17.0" / 279.4 x 431.8 mm). Fits standard artist alley display racks and affordable retail poster frames. Official pre-press dimensions, 0.125" bleed canvas setups, and exact 300 & 600 DPI pixel matrices for print-ready file submission.
Tabloid Convention Art Print (11.0" x 17.0" / 279.4 x 431.8 mm) Exact Prepress Specifications
Review exact trim boundaries, bleed margins, safe zone offsets, and pixel resolution standards for your print files.
| Specification Parameter | Imperial (Inches / DPI) | Metric (Millimeters) | Prepress Role & Guidelines |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finished Trim Size | 11" × 17" | 279.4 × 431.8 mm | Final cut dimension of the finished book or print after precision trimming. |
| Full Bleed Canvas Size | 11.25" × 17.25" | 285.75 × 438.15 mm | Total canvas setup including required 0.125" (3.175 mm) bleed added to top, bottom, left, and right edges. |
| Safe Zone Live Margins | 10.500" × 16.500" | 266.7 × 419.1 mm | Keep dialogue balloons, speech bubbles, text, and faces at least 0.250" (6.35 mm) inside trim lines. |
| Color Resolution (300 DPI) | 3375 × 5175 px | Full Bleed Canvas | Required pixel resolution for painted digital art, colored pages, photographic covers, and wash gradients. |
| Lineart / Screentones (600 DPI) | 6750 × 10350 px | Full Bleed Canvas | Mandatory resolution for 1-bit monochrome manga lineart and halftones to prevent unsightly moiré interference. |
| Recommended Binding | Flat Sheet / Trim to Size: Precision trimmed flat cardstock. Ideal for convention art prints, mini prints, and postcards. | ||
| Supported Paper Stocks | Interiors: 60lb, 80lb, and 100lb Uncoated Opaque for novels and manga; 80lb and 100lb Silk or Gloss Text for full-color comics and art books. Covers: 80lb, 100lb, 111lb, and 130lb Cover (Gloss, Silk, Uncoated, or 10pt/12pt/14pt/16pt C1S Cover). | ||
| Cover Lamination Finishes | Protective Gloss Lamination, Protective Matte Lamination, or Unlaminated. | ||
Generate Custom Tabloid Convention Art Print (11.0" x 17.0" / 279.4 x 431.8 mm) PDF Template
Preloaded with 11" × 17" trim dimensions. Calculate your exact spine thickness based on page count and paper stock, then download a calibrated prepress PDF.
Pre-Configured Preset: Tabloid Convention Art Print (11.0" x 17.0" / 279.4 x 431.8 mm)
Trim: 11" × 17" (279.4 × 431.8 mm) • Bleed: 0.125" • Safe Zone: 0.25"
Configure your dimensions and click Generate.
Generated files contain outside covers, inside spreads, and trim boundary guides.
Prepress Guide Legend
- 0.125" Bleed Area (Red): Background artwork must extend here.
- 0.25" Safety Zone (Green): Keep dialog, text, and artwork inside.
- Trim Line (Black): Final cut dimension of the finished piece.
- Fold / Spine Lines (Blue): Score and fold positions.
Software Setup Instructions for Tabloid Convention Art Print (11.0" x 17.0" / 279.4 x 431.8 mm)
Step-by-step canvas creation, guide rules, bleed setups, and export presets for Clip Studio Paint, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe InDesign.
Manga & Comic Canvas Setup
1. Finish Size: Open File > New (Comic), set Custom Finish to 279.4 × 431.8 mm.
2. Bleed Width: Set Bleed to 3.175 mm (0.125").
3. Safe Margin: Set Inner Border to 266.7 × 419.1 mm (6.35 mm / 0.25" margin).
4. Resolution: Set 300 DPI Color to prevent screentone moiré.
Full Bleed Canvas Setup
1. New Document: Set canvas to full bleed size: 11.25" × 17.25".
2. Resolution: 3375 × 5175 px at 300 DPI (or 6750 × 10350 px at 600 DPI).
3. Trim Guides: Go to View > Guides > New Guide Layout. Set Margins to 0.125 in all sides.
4. Safe Zone Guides: Add inner guide margins of 0.375 in (0.25" inside trim).
Multi-Page Document Setup
1. Page Dimensions: Set Document Width to 11" and Height to 17".
2. Bleed Settings: Set Top, Bottom, Inside, Outside Bleed to 0.125 in (3.175 mm).
3. Margins: Set Top, Bottom, Outside to 0.25 in. For perfect bound, set Inside to 0.375"–0.5".
4. PDF Export: Preset PDF/X-1a:2001. Under Marks & Bleeds, check Use Document Bleed.
Prepress Checklist for Tabloid Convention Art Print (11.0" x 17.0" / 279.4 x 431.8 mm) Files
Avoid production delays and unexpected reprints. Verify these 6 critical prepress criteria before uploading your print files.
Full Bleed Coverage
Every background color, splash art panel, and full-page illustration must extend completely to the 0.125" outer canvas border.
Safe Zone Clearance
All dialogue balloons, speech bubbles, page numbers, and vital art elements must sit at least 0.25" inside the trim boundary.
300 vs 600 DPI
Color images must be at least 300 DPI at 100% scale. Monochrome lineart and screentone manga should be prepared at 600 DPI.
CMYK & Profiled RGB
Submit files in CMYK (GRACoL 2006 or SWOP) or sRGB with embedded color profiles. Ensure Total Area Coverage (TAC) is under 300%.
Rich vs Plain Black
Use 100% K for small text and dialogue to prevent color registration fringing. Use Rich Black (C:60 M:40 Y:40 K:100) for large dark fills.
Outlines & Embedding
Convert all live typography to vector outlines (curves) or ensure all font subsets are 100% embedded within your exported PDF.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tabloid Convention Art Print (11.0" x 17.0" / 279.4 x 431.8 mm)
Why is 11" x 17" the gold standard for Artist Alley art prints?
11" x 17" (Tabloid / Small Poster) fits standard convention grid walls, protective print sleeves, and inexpensive retail frames found at Target, IKEA, and Amazon, making it the highest-converting print size at comic conventions.
Does MCE Printing offer multi-design split runs for 11" x 17" prints?
Yes! You can divide your total print run across multiple artwork designs (e.g., 100 total prints divided into 4 designs x 25 copies each) to unlock maximum volume discounts.
What cardstock is best for convention prints?
Our 100lb Gloss Cover provides punchy colors and deep blacks, while 100lb Silk/Matte Cover delivers a sophisticated, non-reflective finish. Both stocks provide superior stiffness that prevents sagging in vertical display racks.
What bleed is required for full-bleed 11x17 prints?
Add 0.125" bleed to all four edges. The full artwork file must measure 11.25" x 17.25" (3375 x 5175 px at 300 DPI).
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