This article will demonstrate a step by step instruction on how to properly export a PDF for printing from Adobe Illustrator and InDesign.Different product types can require different steps when exporting to PDF to create a successful print-file. For example:Single “flat” product with straight edges Simple products such as Business Cards, Postcards, Flyers, Posters, Letterheads and Notepads are basic flat products and share a common setup configurationSingle “flat” product with a custom die-line or shaped finish Any products such as Business Cards, Postcards, Flyers, Posters but mainly custom Envelopes, Door hangers and Presentation folders will contain a “die-line” for which to determine the exact shape and position of your cut or score lines.A folded product This type of product is common such as folded Brochure, Pamphlet mainly described a single folded leaflet. A multi-page “bound” product with or without cover This type of product will require in some cases 2 parts or a single part such as cover PDF and a separate PDF for the Inside pages.IllustratorFlat Straight Edge Products[add instructions]Flat Straight Edge Products with a Die-line[add instructions]Folded Products[add instructions]InDesignFlat Straight Edge Products[add instructions] Flat Straight Edge Products with a Die-line[add instructions]Folded Products[add instructions]Multi-page “Bound” Product (with or without cover)[add instructions]