A Couple Tips For Printing Shock Box Inserts

I've gone to kinko's I think 4 times now to print out batches of inserts for shock boxes, so I figured I'd share my experiences and tips when printing them out. Some of this info may already be at BIGBEAR's site, some may not.

1. Make sure all of your inserts are saved in PDF format on the cdr you bring to them. They will charge you some bogus fee to convert them.

2. Print the inserts on 11x17 glossy paper for the best look.

3. Make sure you tell them to print at actual size, not fit to page. The first time I had inserts printed out, they printed them fit to page and they came out too big. Since it was the first time I had inserts printed out, I didn't notice they were too big until I got home and matched it up with a shock box. However, Kinko's was nice enough to reprint them for no charge. Still, I wasted some time because of this.

4. Always check the inserts carefully before you leave the store. I had 10 inserts printed today and only quickly checked them before I paid. I was fortunate enough to decide to check out their paper cutter, when I noticed the way they printed them cut off about a quarter inch off the top, and a quarter inch of the left side. Again they were happy to reprint them for me correctly. But if I wouldn't have noticed it right away, I would have had to go back and waste more of my time.

5. I usually write "11x17 glossy" and "print actual size" on the cdr I give them to be absolutely sure they get it right.

A couple more tidbits of info: The inserts cost me $3.08 a piece plus tax. The 10 inserts I had printed today cost me $31.99. From what I can tell, most Kinko's are priced similarly. Also most times when you bring a cdr to get inserts printed out, you won't be able to pick it up until the next day, unless they are very slow, which I've noticed is only during summer months.

I hope this helps some people out.

Yea also make sure that the ink isn't flaking off. The guy actually told me that "it happens sometimes so we dont reprint over that"

After showing my ass for about 15 minutes causing a scene they reprinted them for me....I guess the mezmorizing stare of my bare white ass has that effect on people.

there's one guy at my kinko's that knows just how i want the inserts to come out. if he's not working, i come back later when he will be there .

they actually charge less than $2 for each insert, too

solid advice, though.

kafuin_gaira said:

they actually charge less than $2 for each insert, too

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DAMN YOU!!!

With all the inserts I have had them print me I could probably bought my own high quality printers and the expensive ass paper.

The nearest one to me is 30 minutes away so I get my finacee to drop them off on her way to work and usually they call me to tell me its ready and I will go pick it up...I usually have to wait longer because they have to reprint a few of them.

The place I use only charges $1.50 per page Canadian; that's like $1 U.S. per page, full color, glossy. They look damn nice.

Thanks for the tips, i'm finally getting around to printing some Inserts for the Shock Boxes i have.

Also, if you have adobe photoshop, make sure that the inserts you download are the right size. I have noticed that some are different sizes, some too small, some too big. I always cut my inserts at kinkos too, they have those nifty slide-cutters. I just make sure one cut is straight along one of the edges and then put that edge against the guard. Always leave a little extra so you dont cut too much off, you can always cut off the excess little by little...Just like using a tablesaw!

I'dBuyThatForADollar said:

Also, if you have adobe photoshop, make sure that the inserts you download are the right size. I have noticed that some are different sizes, some too small, some too big. I always cut my inserts at kinkos too, they have those nifty slide-cutters. I just make sure one cut is straight along one of the edges and then put that edge against the guard. Always leave a little extra so you dont cut too much off, you can always cut off the excess little by little...Just like using a tablesaw!

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I have seen that shelf in person! It looks mighty nice.

The Kinkos near me doesn't allow you to use the slider yourself, they charge $1 a sheet to cut.

I think its time to bust out that ass again and show them who's boss...

There has to be more than 1 kinkos around you, or maybe a different print shop? An independent print shop may be even cheaper, who knows. I just always go to kinkos late at night/morning (whatever you call that time between 11 pm and 2 am) and have them printed right there, then i dont have to eagerly await my inserts for a whole day

I'dBuyThatForADollar said:

I think its time to bust out that ass again and show them who's boss...

There has to be more than 1 kinkos around you, or maybe a different print shop? An independent print shop may be even cheaper, who knows. I just always go to kinkos late at night/morning (whatever you call that time between 11 pm and 2 am) and have them printed right there, then i dont have to eagerly await my inserts for a whole day

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The only other Kinkos is an hour away in New Orleans. We have an independent print shop here in my town but they dont use glossy paper and they charge even more.

Fuckin robbery I tell you

I sent you a PM, Bishamon!

I sent you another PM, Bishamon.

I tried to send a 2nd one after that, but it said your PM Box is full.

I just wanted to add that all you'd have to do is buy a Writable CD ( you can buy these at dollar stores here ), Download all the Inserts I need, and send the CD to me!

Thanks, and waiting for your reply in the PM!

tip #7 have butta make me a cdr with said inserts

I prefer the normal paper to the glossy, it still has a slick side to it, without the thickness.