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Find all the info you need to properly submit your mailing list, as well as prepare your cards for mailing. By taking the time to review our guidelines, you'll be able to keep your order on track and eliminate any delays.

Preparing Files--

Preparing art files (art specs)
Design guidelines & templates (include templates for postcards, envelopes, etc.)
Indicia formats
Using your mailing list
Common file problems
Design Tips
Stock Photo Affiliates
Design Templates

Not sure about your design?
We'll make sure it is print ready before you decide to order! Click here or call 1.800.656.8883 and ask our professional design and marketing team.

How to place an order

How to place an order for PostCards, Self-Mailers and Letter Mailers
Using E-Tools (administer your account)
Get an estimate
Postal primer (postage rate chart PDF)
"How to Get Results" Guide
Results Tracker (Excel)
Direct mail terminologies

Postal Tools

Designing Letter Mail (USPS Postal Service Publications PDF)
Helps you design letter-size mailings for easier processing and postage savings.
Rate Increase FAQs deals with the most-asked questions about the 2007 rate increase.
Postal Addressing Standards (USPS Postal Service Publications PDF)
Describes address content and how these elements should appear on a mailing.
Official USPS Abbreviations (States, addresses, etc.)
NCOA Pricing (National Change of Address) for quantities and turnarounds
Postage Estimator-- plug in some numbers, mail class and location, and we'll provide you with estimate of your postage.
Easy Guide to new postal size/thickness regulations.

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Printing Industries of America