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4 ANSWERS Colors & PantonePMS, CMYK, matching your brand colors on any product 2 ANSWERS Artwork & LogosFile types, vector art, resolution and getting your logo print-ready 2 ANSWERS Proofs & ApprovalsWhat a proof shows, what to check, and approving with confidence 1 ANSWER EmbroideryStitches, threads, digitizing and what looks great stitched 2 ANSWERS Screen PrintingSpot colors, inks, screens and when screen print wins 2 ANSWERS DTF, DTG & Heat TransferFull-color apparel printing without the screens 2 ANSWERS Laser Engraving & EtchingPermanent marks on metal, wood, glass and leather 2 ANSWERS Pad, UV & Digital PrintingPrinting on curved, small and hard products 2 ANSWERS Deboss, Emboss & FoilRaised, pressed and metallic finishes 2 ANSWERS SublimationAll-over, edge-to-edge color on polyester and coated items 2 ANSWERS Apparel & SizingFabrics, fits, sizing runs and decorating clothing COMING SOON DrinkwareTumblers, mugs and bottles: materials, care and decoration 2 ANSWERS Bags & TotesTotes, backpacks and coolers that people actually carry 2 ANSWERS Pens, Paper & OfficePens, notebooks and desk items that keep your name in sight 2 ANSWERS Tech & GadgetsChargers, speakers and accessories with a logo 2 ANSWERS Trade Shows & EventsBooth giveaways, displays and planning around show dates 1 ANSWER Signs, Banners & DisplaysBanners, backdrops, flags and signs that get seen 2 ANSWERS Budgets & PricingWhat drives cost and how to stretch a budget 2 ANSWERS Ordering & TimelinesMinimums, production time, rush and in-hands dates 1 ANSWER Shipping & DeliveryHow promo orders ship, tracking and what to do on delivery 1 ANSWER Branding BasicsUsing merchandise to build a brand people remember 2 ANSWERS Corporate Gifts & Employee SwagOnboarding kits, client gifts and recognition 2 ANSWERS Marketing Ideas & GiveawaysCampaign ideas that turn merch into results 1 ANSWER Eco-Friendly & Made in USASustainable materials and domestic sourcing 1 ANSWER Using PromogatorLogo Live, estimates, proofs, job status and PromoAI 2 ANSWERS Quality, Care & SafetyDurability, washing, CPSIA, Prop 65 and product care

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Using Promogator

How does ordering work at Promogator from start to finish?

You choose a product, quantity, colors and imprint, then upload your logo. Promogator's design team sends a free digital proof, usually within 24 hours. You approve it, and production starts once the order is paid. The order then ships with tracking. You can follow every stage in your account.

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Bags & Totes

How do I get a quote for custom bags at a specific quantity?

Open the bag's product page, enter your quantity, colors and imprint, then create an estimate. You get a PDF quote by email with pricing locked for 30 days. Prices drop at higher quantities, so quote the exact number you plan to buy. For a custom method or a larger quantity, request a quote and a rep will help.

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Tech & Gadgets

What are the best decoration methods for chargers and power banks?

The best method depends on the surface. Digital (UV) print suits full-color logos on smooth plastic, pad printing suits small one-to-four-color logos, and laser engraving gives a permanent one-color mark on metal-bodied power banks. Check each product page to see which methods that item offers, then match the method to your logo's colors.

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Artwork & Logos

What file types can I send for my logo?

Vector files are best: AI, EPS, SVG or a vector PDF. They stay sharp at any size. If you have no vector file, a high-resolution PNG, PSD, TIFF or JPG at 300 DPI or more usually works. Even a photo or sketch can be redrawn into a print-ready file.

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Laser Engraving & Etching

Can you laser engrave stainless steel tumblers and bottles?

Yes. Laser engraving works well on stainless steel drinkware. Most tumblers and bottles are powder coated, and the laser removes the coating to show bright metal in a permanent, one-color mark. Bare stainless steel can be marked too, but it usually looks different. Check each product page to confirm laser engraving is offered.

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Apparel & Sizing

How do I choose shirt sizes for a group when I don't know everyone's size?

Collect sizes with a quick survey if you can. If you can't, order a bell-curve mix: mostly M, L and XL, fewer S and 2XL, and a small share of 3XL and up. Choose a unisex style, add a few extra mediums and larges as buffer, and check the maker's size chart before you order.

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