What Size & Format Should Your Clipart Be?
A quick reference for getting your files right every time. Get these two things correct, transparency and resolution, and your clipart works everywhere your buyers want to use it.
The essentials
- Format: transparent PNG for clipart. JPG only when you deliberately want a solid background. SVG for simple, flat designs.
- Resolution: 300 DPI, so it prints crisply.
Common sizes
| Use | Long side | At 300 DPI |
|---|---|---|
| Standard clipart | 3600px | 12 inches |
| Wall art & print-on-demand | 4500px | 15 inches |
| Maximum / large format | 6000px | 20 inches |
Common questions
- PNG or JPG for clipart?
- PNG, because it keeps the transparent background. JPG cannot be transparent.