Mechanical Specs Trim size: 8 7/16" x 11" Column width: 2 1/4" wide; 3-column page Digital Files: Preferred format: High-resolution PDF files prepared for Press. All original color images must be converted to CMYK prior to embedding into PDF format. Can also accept QuarkXPress®, Pagemaker®, InDesign®, Freehand® and Illustrator® files. All images must be at 300 dpi and converted to CMYK color. All images and fonts not embedded into the file must also be included. Fonts transmitted via email must be compressed. Laser prints are not acceptable as final ad copy. Microsoft Word® documents are not acceptable as final ad copy. Microsoft Publisher® documents are not acceptable as final ad copy. Proofs: Clients and agencies requiring proofs must submit complete ad materials prior to press deadline. Proofs sent to clients and agencies must be returned to publisher within 24 hours of receipt.