Whether you’re a seasoned designer or a business owner ready to create standout print materials, the tools you use can make all the difference. In a vibrant creative hub like London, where competition is fierce and first impressions matter, having the right design tools is the key to producing flawless, professional results.

At PRINTBOX LONDON, we’ve worked with creatives of all kinds—and we know what works. Here's our essential toolkit for any designer looking to succeed in the printing industry.

 1. High-Quality Graphic Design Software

Great designs start with powerful software.
Industry staples like Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign give you complete control over:

• Image editing
  
  
• Vector creation
  
  
• Layout for print (flyers, brochures, posters, etc.)
  
  

These programs are built for precision, ensuring your ideas come to life exactly as you imagined.

 Need help preparing a file? Our team at PRINTBOX LONDON is happy to assist with formatting and setup.

 2. Print-Ready File Formats

Designing is only half the job—saving your file correctly is just as important.

For best print results, stick with:

• PDF (Portable Document Format) – Keeps layout and fonts consistent
  
  
• TIFF (Tagged Image File Format) – Best for high-res images
  
  
• EPS (Encapsulated PostScript) – Great for vector graphics
  
  

Choosing the right format means sharper, cleaner, and more vibrant prints—every time.

 3. Colour Calibration Tools

Ever printed something and the colours came out completely wrong? That’s where colour calibration comes in.

Tools like SpyderX or X-Rite ColorMunki help you align your screen’s colours with real-world printing outputs. This is essential for branding materials where accuracy is everything.

 At PRINTBOX LONDON, we match your colour expectations with precision—because your vision deserves consistency.

 4. Mock-Up & Preview Tools

Before committing to print, visualise the final product with mock-ups.
Use tools like:

• Placeit
  
  
• Smartmockups
  
  
• Adobe Dimension
  
  

Mock-ups help you preview your design on real-world items—flyers, t-shirts, business cards—and catch any layout or proportion issues early.

 5. Material Samples

The texture, weight, and finish of your chosen paper can dramatically affect the final look.

We always recommend requesting a material sample pack—especially for:

• Business cards
  
  
• Menus
  
  
• Invitations
  
  
• Brochures
  
  

Come visit PRINTBOX LONDON or request samples online—we’re happy to guide you to the perfect finish.

✂️ 6. Cut & Fold Tools

Designs don’t end on the screen! If you’re creating mock-ups or prototypes yourself, invest in:

• A paper trimmer (for clean edges)
  
  
• A scoring board or bone folder (for crisp folds)
  
  

These tools ensure your brochures, folders, and menus look as sharp in-hand as they do in your digital files.

 7. Print Management Software

Juggling multiple projects? Keep everything organised with software like:

• Trello or Asana (task tracking)
  
  
• Google Drive or Dropbox (cloud file sharing)
  
  
• Print-specific workflow tools like PressWise or Ordant
  
  

This will help you track orders, coordinate with printers, and never miss a deadline.

 Bring Your Designs to Life with PRINTBOX LONDON

When your creative vision is paired with the right tools—and the right print partner—there’s nothing you can’t create.

At PRINTBOX LONDON, we offer:

✅ 24/7 same-day printing
✅ Expert design support
✅ Affordable pricing
✅ Tottenham-based walk-in and online service

We’re here to help every step of the way—from design file setup to final print.

Ready to elevate your print game?

Let’s bring your best ideas to life.
 Visit us in Tottenham or order online today.
Because your creativity deserves to be seen—and printed perfectly.