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How to Print Business Cards: 8 Steps (with Pictures)

Mar. 07, 2024

This article was co-authored by Imran Alavi . Imran Alavi is a Marketing & App Development Expert and the CEO of Proleadsoft, a Digital Marketing and App Development firm based in San Francisco, CA. With over 10 years of experience, he specializes in Web Design, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (Google, Facebook, LinkedIn AdWords), App Development, and Software strategies for businesses. Imran holds a BS in Computer Science from the National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences, an MS in Computer Science from San Francisco State University, and has completed Stanford University Continuing Studies courses in Business, Marketing, and Communication. This article has been viewed 198,251 times.

Article Summary

To print your own business cards, check your printer manual to determine the maximum cardstock weight it can handle. Most business cards are printed on 80-110 lb cover weight cardstock. For crisp, clean edges, choose cardstock which is already scored. After you design your card, set your printer so it will print the correct number of cards per sheet, and test the alignment on regular printer paper. Once you’re sure it’s right, feed the cardstock into your printer through a manual feed if you have one, so the cardstock won’t be bent. Keep reading for tips on designing your cards!

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What are printing services?

The UPS Store offers a wide variety of printing and finishing services, including electronic file access (e.g., emails, CDs, USB drives), color and black-and-white digital printing, black-and-white copies, binding, collating and laminating. Because all our locations are individually owned and operated, services may vary. Contact your neighborhood location to find out available services.

What is digital printing?

Digital printing is a process that allows printing directly from an electronic or digital file to a toner- or ink-based printer. This is a high-quality, cost-effective manner for producing documents in small quantities with a quick turnaround time.

How can I get my print job once it is finished?

You can pick up your print job at The UPS Store, or the printing services professionals at The UPS Store can ship it where you need it or deliver it to you. With Mailbox Services at The UPS Store, you can also get a business or personal mailbox. Because all our locations are individually owned and operated, document delivery service may vary. Contact your neighborhood location to ensure it offers this service.

Can I get a price quote for my print job?

The UPS Store uses a professional quoting tool to estimate the cost of every print job. Just bring in your job or call on the phone and our document services professionals can provide you a quote. You can receive a more accurate quote by providing The UPS Store with your print job electronically or in hardcopy.

Can you design or help me design my print job?

Some of our locations have an experienced graphic designer on staff to assist with the design of your print job. Contact your neighborhood location to ensure it offers graphic design assistance.

Can you scan my hardcopy originals into electronic form?

Some of our locations have the capability to capture your hardcopy documents and convert them to digital format. Contact your neighborhood location to ensure it offers this service.

What file types are you able to accept on your computers?

The UPS Store can handle Microsoft® Word, Excel®, PowerPoint® and Publisher™ files, as well as Adobe™ PDF files and much more. PDF will provide the best opportunity to meet quality and color expectations for a document. Contact your neighborhood location to find out which file types they can accept.

How do I send my electronic file to you to print?

Our locations can receive files by email, CD and USB or flash drives. Contact your neighborhood location to find out the best way to send your file to the location.

How long will it take to complete my print job?

Job completion times will vary depending on the complexity of the job. However, our goal is to have the job completed no later than 72 hours from the time we start the job. Contact your neighborhood location to get a job quote and estimated time of completion.

What job types do you frequently print?

The UPS Store handles a wide variety of print jobs, including business cards, postcards, banners, signs, presentations, newsletters, flyers and much more. Contact your neighborhood location for available services.