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Tired of boring QR code menus in fear of spreading Covid? You're in luck with antimicrobial menu printing!

Is your image not scaling properly? Learn why here!

Here are some of our favorite projects from July 2021!

Here are some things that we're excited about in August!

Your guide for reopening in Chicago!

Meet the team and see what they were up to over the Summer of Covid, and how the rebranding came to fruition!

Printworks will print your posters for missing pets in Chicago for free!

Bryn Gleason brilliantly transferred printed artwork directly to wood. See how she did it here!

What are saddle stitch booklets? Chances are, you've seen plenty of them in your lifetime!

Make ordering easier by getting to know our paper stocks by name!

Here are some important printing terms, along with explanations as to what they mean!

Not all printing is cut the same! Here's how we trim down paper at Chicago Printworks.

Fonts can be problematic -- use outlined text to save yourself a headache!

When it comes to printing, imposition save money and time! Learn how here.

Learn about DPI, and why it's important for quality printing!

While saddle stitch design is a little confusing at first, this guide will show you just how simple it can be.

Learn more about what a printing "click" is, and how they are used to determine printing cost!

Follow these steps to make sure your files are print-ready!

Learn how to print to the edge of the sheet by using bleed!

Learn about the different paper coating types and how to make the best selection for your project!

Learn how to make certain your document is working in the CMYK color space!

You likely think you know the answer, but you might be surprised!

Learn the differences between the RGB and CMYK color modes, and when and why to use each!