How to Order 4" x 9" Rack Cards

1. Enter a unique name in the Job Name box
2. Choose an option for Artwork/Graphic Design from the dropdown menu.
3. Click the Choose File button to Upload Your File (PDF files only, see File Preparation for Print for more info)
4. Choose a Paper Option*
5. Choose an Ink Option*
6. Enter a quantity in the box to the left of the Add to Cart button and the price will auto update (minimum 100)

7. Once you are satisfied with your selections click the Add to Cart button

   *Some products have limited options already selected for you by default

4" x 9" Rack Cards Product Specifications:

• Size: 4" wide x 9" tall
• Printing Resolution: 1200 dpi
• Ink(s): Black (K) or Color (CMYK) printed one or two sided
• Bleed:  Included in price, 1/8" bleed recommended all 4 sides
• Margin: 1/4" recommended (1/8" minimum) from edges of the tri fold brochure
• Paper: 14 point C2S cover is our standard paper for Rack Cards, please call if you need a different paper selection

About 4" x 9" Rack Cards - Graphic Design, Printing and Mailing Services

Rack Cards are a professionally printed marketing tool that have been used for decades now to offer cost effective marketing solutions to businesses that need non-traditional advertising exposure.  If you have ever stopped at a rest stop, welcoming center, hotel or motel or a tourist attraction you have likely seen a rack cards stand with dozens if not more rack cards advertisements for the taking.  These rack cards are very popular with travelers and tourists who are looking for things such as lodging, dining, shopping and other fun things to do like museums and amusements.  The rack cards can also be found in other businesses and public places usually near a customer reception area or lobby, for example you might find individual rack card stands in a library or chamber of commerce.  Most well designed rack cards include a brief overview of the business, business highlights, hours of operation, location, a map, and usually some type of "call to action" such as a "bring this in for a free gift" offer or a special limited time discount.  We can help you with a well thought postcard using our professional graphic design service including well written copy, eye catching graphics and complementing fonts.

Rack Cards File Requirements and Preparation

File Type: PDF using settings for commercial print or high quality printing
File Page Setup: 4" x 9" (portrait)
Margin: 1/4" (0.25")
Bleeds: 1/8" (0.125") if applicable
Crop Marks:  Yes, crop marks are recommended
Color space: Grayscale, RGB or CMYK (recommended)

We require submitting layer flattened PDF files for the best quality printing of your Rack Cards.  A minimum bleed of 1/8" is required in the Rack Cards design if you want the printed image to extend to the edge of the paper (no white space/margin). We check customer submitted Rack Cards graphic design files with pre-flight software for technical related errors prior to printing. We can also custom design Rack Cards (highly recommended) and email PDF proofs for approval.

How Rack Cards are Made

Our Rack Cards are printed on high quality paper substrates hand picked by our experienced printing experts for qualities best suited for the intended products normal use based on industry standards.  We use high quality professional digital printing press equipment to print the Rack Cards, with the print engines producing 1200 dpi minimum resolution at speeds greater than 5000 impressions per hour for fast Rack Cards turn around times and cost effectiveness.  This allows us to provide you with a premium quality Rack Cards printing service at a discount price.

Rack Cards Turn Around Times

Production time for Rack Cards printing is typically 24-48 business hours excluding weekends and holidays.  The production time can vary in some cases depending on the quantity of Rack Cards and other options such as graphic design or mailing services which can require additional time to finish your print job.  Production time starts at the time you approve the final proof for printing if we provide the graphic design or when complete your purchase with press ready PDF files uploaded with the order. If a proof is needed for a Rack Cards file you supplied to us the production time begins once you approve the proof.

Rack Cards Shipping Options and Transit Times

Shipping of your printed Rack Cards is available via UPS ground, Second Day Air and Next Day Air.  Once you place your Rack Cards product in the shopping cart you can enter your zip code and state to see available shipping options with pricing.