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Large-Format Printing

Your resource guide for formatting and printing guidelines and the request form for large-format poster projects.

Process

To submit a print request, follow the three steps below to submit your request.

Step 1: Save File as PDF

Save your file as a PDF

(View the video below to see how to save a PowerPoint file as a PDF.)

Verify Size

You will need the file dimensions for the request form below. Any request containing incorrect or non-specific (such as "presentation size") dimensions will be denied.

The following links show how to verify the printable size or dimensions of your file in various programs. Click on the link to watch a video showing how to check the dimensions.

Step 3: Submit Request Form

Click on the Microsoft Forms tool at the bottom of the page to fill out the Poster Request Form. Fill it out completely to submit your request.

  • You can choose to get a copy of the request emailed to you at the very end of the form.
  • Once the poster is ready for pickup, you will get an email that it is ready.
  • Pickups are done from the front desk of the library. Your Marian ID will be required to pickup your poster. There is a place on the form to indicate if alternate people can pickup the poster.
  • Mounting, trimming, and laminating services are not provided.

Available Paper Types

Many types of papers and other materials (canvas, banner paper, etc.) can be used with this printer. The user will be expected to supply their own medium for requests using supplies other than those listed below.

Default paper: 

Prints are done on this paper by default. See below if you are requesting a different type.

    • Satin (some sheen, not as shiny as glossy prints): 42”, 36”, 24"

Limited Quantities:

Put in Notes of Poster Request Form if requesting these paper types.

  • Matte (no sheen or shine), only available on 24" prints (while supplies last)
  • Adhesive-backed Matte (For peel and stick-on mounting boards or signage), only available on 24” prints (while supplies last)