13 Tips on How to get Free VistaPrinting Tip

Vistaprint business cards: As long as you have a decent quality home printer, or access to the office machine, you may as well save some money and print your own cards. This guide covers the technical paper and printer instructions for professional-quality cards. The graphic design elements are up to you — or to an artistic friend who owes you a favour.

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1. Get VistaPrint Tip.

When creating a modern look and style, it’s especially smart to embrace the latest business trends. Adding a QR code to business cards has become increasingly popular, helping businesses generate more traffic to their online address. And putting social media icons to your business card can really help you get noticed. You can also choose a square business card with rounded corners to take your card to the next level

Simple designs look more refined on high-quality cardstock. You can opt for a sophisticated paper stock like soft touch, or enhance the front of your card with premium accents such as foil accent and embossed gloss.

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2. Buy cardstock compatible with your printer.

Look up your printer’s maximum cardstock weight before you buy the paper. Most business cards are printed on 80 lb cover weight cardstock (215 grams per square meter), while some businesses prefer more durable paper up to 110 lb (200 GSM).  If using a home printer, check the manual to find its maximum paper weight. Cardstock too heavy for the printer may cause jamming, or (on a laser printer) flaking images.

• Many printers have a “manual feed” slot, usually behind a back panel, that sends thick paper through a straighter path, reducing the chance of bending or jams. On some printers you’ll adjust the rear tray instead; follow the manual instructions for printing on envelopes.

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3. Go for Modern designs

If you’re going for a modern style, we’ve got you covered with a wide selection of templates that are both cool and on-trend. Designs with dark-coloured backgrounds featuring multicolour gradients, are a popular choice for brands who are ready to embrace a new look. Brush strokes, line art designs and abstract backgrounds in soft colours can provide a contemporary and artsy look.

4. Try Retro & vintage designs

There is something about using retro and vintage elements that give a design an eye-catching appearance. The botanical backgrounds, neutral tones and Art Deco-inspired designs give your card a distinct and memorable look.

The paper choice of your card can also help capture the retro vibe. For example, kraft business cards are great for rustic designs. If you have an artisan business or simply like the rustic look, this light-brown, recycled paper works great with bold and darker designs.

Another top option, especially for fun colours and patterns, is natural textured paper. With a rippled texture and an artistic, canvas-like quality, our natural textured business cards give you a stylish and sophisticated look. If you’re going with a geometric patterns and loud colours, this unique stock is right for you.

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5. Check the cardstock finish.

Glossy paper may damage incompatible laser printers. Inkjet printers require coated cardstock for a crisp image.

• Most home printers use dye inks. If yours uses pigment ink (which is a little duller but fade-resistant), it will not print properly on some types of coated cardstock.

6. Look for pre-scored paper (recommended).

Consider saving yourself some cutting effort by printing on perforated business card paper. Choosing the standard size for your area is usually the most convenient option:

• Standard business cards in the United States measure 2 x 3½” (51 x 89mm).
• The most common European size is 55 x 85 mm (2.12 x 3.37″).
• Chinese business cards are usually 54 x 90mm (2.13 x 3.5″). Japan and Korea use slightly different sizes.
• You may go with non-perforated paper, but using a paper cutter is tedious for large numbers of cards. Automated business card cutting machines are faster, but can be very expensive.

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7. Sketch a rough card layout.

If you haven’t already, sketch out your basic business card layout. Make sure to include the following information:

• Business logo and name as the most prominent information.
• Job title and company name.
• Phone, email, website, mailing address, and/or other contact information. Emphasize methods your customers use most.
  

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8. Design the card in Microsoft Publisher.

Microsoft Publisher is designed for graphic layout of printed documents, but does not come with all versions of Office Suite. These instructions apply to Publisher 2010 and later:

• Open Publisher and select Business Cards on the Available Templates page, or go to File → New → Business Cards. Select the template that matches your design best.
• Adjust options if desired. Click Create when finished.
• To match the size of pre-scored sheets, choose a template listed under the sheet manufacturer, or adjust size under Page Design → Size → More Preset Page Sizes.
• Click placeholder text and logo to insert your own design. Experiment with menu options for greater customization.

9. Use Microsoft Word instead.

Word does not provides as many templates or as many tools for adjusting your design, but it works for basic designs. Here are three ways to get started on most versions of Word (2010 or later for Windows, 2011 or later for Mac):

• To choose an existing template, select File → New → Blank Document → Business Card → Print Business Cards. This requires an internet connection.
• To make your own design from scratch, click the Mailings tab in the top ribbon, then Labels. In the new ribbon tab, select Options and select the product you’ll be printing on.
• Avery and other business card sheet manufacturers may offer additional downloadable templates on their website.

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10. Add a reverse side to the business card (optional).

If using Publisher, go to the Page Navigation pane, right click the current pane, and select Insert Page. Choose the layout option that best matches the design of your back. If using Word, click Insert in the Pages ribbon tab, choose Blank Page, and design the back from scratch.

• Keep all vital information on the front side. The back is for a tagline, mission statement, or other less important info — and leaving it blank is a common choice.
• Make sure the margin widths and number of copies per sheet are identical on both sides. Testing on ordinary, cheap paper first is recommended to ensure the two sides align exactly.

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11. Print your business cards.