Can someone advise what the best file type would be for for importing into CT6? I'm looking at purchasing a license to use some royalty free art and it comes in these formats:
Raster JPEG files do not support layers or transparency. If you know how to work with JPEGs, yes you can edit the file, but please be aware that only the Vectors come with layers. JPEG files do not support transparency. Any JPEG files come with the backgrounds that you see on the site (white, gray, shaded, black, etc) minus the watermark.
Some of our JPEG files also include PNG files in the price. PNG files sometimes include transparent backgrounds, but not always. Sometimes we can create and offer a PNG file with transparency but we cannot always guarantee this. If you require transparency, please contact customer service PRIOR to purchasing to check on availability for the image(s) that you need. You cannot increase the sizes of these without distortion, but you can make them smaller.
The Raster (Avatar) files are thumbnail (tiny) sized JPEGs. They are for internet and email use and are not meant for printing. You cannot increase the sizes of these without distortion, but you can make them smaller. Not every image is available in this size. It is optional and set by the artist. JPEG files do not support transparency or layers.
The Raster (Blog) files are small sized JPEGs, nearly perfect for blog use. They are for internet and email use and are not meant for printing. You cannot increase the sizes of these without distortion, but you can make them smaller. Not every image is available in this size. It is optional and set by the artist. JPEG files do not support transparency or layers.
The Raster (Small) JPEG files are great for web graphics. Depending on your quality standards, you may be able to print a small JPEG on a business card. JPEG files do not support transparency or layers.
The Raster (Medium) JPEG files are great for small print projects such as postcards, brochures, business cards, larger web graphics, etc. You cannot increase the sizes of these without distortion, but you can make them smaller. JPEG files do not support transparency or layers.
The Raster (Large) JPEG files are great for larger print projects such as advertisements, small posters, t-shirts, etc. You cannot increase the sizes of these without distortion, but you can make them smaller. JPEG files do not support transparency or layers.
The vector files (EPS, AI, SVG, PDF) require specific editing software (Adobe Illustrator is recommended) and experience to view and open after downloading. Since we cannot offer refunds on our images, please be sure you are licensing the correct format that you can use and need. Vector formats are often required for large scale printing; billboards, posters, signs, big rig advertising, etc.
Thanks,
Lauri