Custom Letterhead Printing and Artwork Guide

Name: Custom Letterhead Printing
Brand: 55Prints

Custom Letterhead Printing

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Letterhead Printing Guidance

Set brand letterhead for correspondence. Confirm printable area, paper stock, and how the sheet will run through office printers.

Design Guidelines

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Resolution: All files must have a minimum resolution of 350 DPI.
Bleed Area: A full bleed of 0.125" is required on all sides.
Color Mode: All submitted files must be in CMYK color mode.
Ink Density: Avoid dark, high-density colors to prevent offsetting. Use lighter color values for best results.
Accepted File Formats: TIF, TIFF, EPS, AI, PSD, BMP, GIF, JPG, PNG, PDF.
File Size Limit: Maximum file size for a single upload is 75MB.
File Formatting: Flatten all layers for PSD or AI files.

Guidelines Templates

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8.5" × 11" (Horizontal)

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8.5" × 11" (Vertical)

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8.5" × 14" (Horizontal)

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8.5" × 14" (Vertical)

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Product: Letterhead Printing Services • File Formats: We accept all file formats. • Recommended Quality: JPG, 350dpi, CMYK.
Important: If your file is a Word Document or PDF with multiple pages, we will assume the first page is the front and the second page is the back. Please upload your multi-page file once.

Pre-Designed Letterheads - Free Templates

Explore our collection of free letterhead templates. Download, customize, and upload your artwork for printing.

Currently, there are no pre-designed letterhead templates available for direct download here. Please refer to the "Guidelines & Templates" tab for general design templates, or use our Online Designer Tool to create your custom letterhead.

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Technical Specifications

Available Sizes

8.5" × 11" (Standard Letter)
8.5" × 14" (Legal)

Paper Stock

70 lb. Opaque Smooth White (5 pt.)

Paper FinishUncoated, smooth texture

Printer CompatibilityLaser & Inkjet Printers

Printing Options

Full Color Front, Blank Back
Full Color Both Sides

Color ModeCMYK (required)

Ink Density WarningAvoid dark, high-density colors on uncoated stock to prevent offsetting. Use lighter values.

Resolution350 DPI minimum

Bleed0.125" on all sides

Accepted File FormatsTIF, TIFF, EPS, AI, PSD, BMP, GIF, JPG, PNG, PDF

Max File Size75MB per upload

Proofing OptionsInstant Online Proof, Manually Processed PDF Proof

Proof TurnaroundInstant or 1 business day (for manual)

Key Features

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70 lb. Opaque Smooth White Paper

A premium 5 pt. bright white paper stock with a smooth, uncoated finish.

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Laser & Inkjet Compatible

Designed to work seamlessly with both laser and inkjet printers for versatile use.

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Excellent for Writing

The uncoated surface is ideal for writing, stamping, and signing documents.

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Vibrant Full-Color Printing

Achieve professional results with full-color printing on one or both sides.

Official Correspondence

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Letterheads are essential for all official business communications, adding a professional and credible touch to every document.

Business letters and proposals
Invoices and official notices
Legal documents and contracts

Brand Building & Marketing

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Printed letterhead keeps brand identity consistent on outbound correspondence, proposals, and formal documents.

Direct mail advertising campaigns
Promotional inserts for packages
Company announcements and newsletters

Professional Presentation

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Printed letterhead keeps company identity consistent on proposals, invoices, and formal correspondence.

Formal invitations and thank you notes
Certificates and awards
Internal company memos

Frequently Asked Questions

We offer standard letterhead sizes: 8.5" x 11" (Standard Letter) and 8.5" x 14" (Legal).

Our letterheads are printed on premium 70 lb. Opaque Smooth White paper, which has a 5 pt. thickness and an uncoated, smooth texture.

Yes, our 70 lb. Opaque Smooth White letterheads are compatible with both laser and inkjet printers, making them ideal for everyday use.

You can choose between Full Color Front, Blank Back or Full Color Both Sides, depending on your design needs.

All submitted design files must be in CMYK color mode for accurate color reproduction.

Due to the uncoated nature of the paper, we advise against using dark, high-density colors (e.g., black, purple, blue, brown) as they may soak into the paper and cause offsetting. Lighter color values are recommended for best results.

All files must have a minimum resolution of 350 DPI. A full bleed of 0.125" is required on all sides, meaning your design should extend 1/8th of an inch beyond the trim line.

We accept TIF, TIFF, EPS, AI, PSD, BMP, GIF, JPG, PNG, and PDF file formats. The maximum file size for a single upload is 75MB.

An Instant Online Proof is generated immediately for your review, and you assume full responsibility for checking errors. A Manually Processed PDF Proof is sent within 24 hours (1 business day) after our team manually checks your files for correct specifications.

Absolutely! Letterheads are excellent for direct mail advertising campaigns and as informational inserts for packages and documents, promoting your brand with every communication.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which paper should I choose for letterhead?

Choose a stock that suits the document and the printer it may pass through later. Smooth uncoated paper is often practical for writing and office printing. Before ordering, confirm weight, finish, quantity, and compatibility with the laser or inkjet equipment you plan to use.

How much space should letterhead artwork leave for writing?

Keep the logo and contact details outside the main writing area, and leave comfortable margins for letters, invoices, estimates, or forms. If the letterhead will be reprinted through office equipment, test a blank layout and avoid heavy coverage where heat, rollers, or later text may cause problems.

Can printed letterhead match my screen exactly?

An exact screen match is not guaranteed because displays emit light while paper and ink reflect it. Stock color, finish, press, and lighting affect appearance. Use the requested color space and consider a physical proof or documented brand-color process when consistency is critical across several printed items.

How should a letterhead file be prepared?

Build at the selected finished size, include bleed only when artwork reaches the edge, and keep small type inside the safe area. Use vector logos when possible and embed or outline fonts as requested. Export a print-ready PDF and inspect names, address, phone, email, and web links.

How should I choose a letterhead quantity?

Estimate how many sheets the office will use before the address, staff, branding, or legal text changes. A larger run may lower unit cost, but outdated letterhead creates waste and trust problems. Compare the current configured totals at realistic quantities, then add shipping and applicable tax.

Product guidance reviewed by Juan Batista, 55Prints owner on July 29, 2026. Confirm current options and order totals at the linked checkout destination.

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