How to design your own vinyl banner online

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How to Design Your Own Vinyl Banner Online Designing a vinyl banner is a task that has become easier with the introduction of online printing services. There are several printing services that offer vinyl banner printing for personal use, businesses and more. Most of these online companies allow the user to personalize the banner, choosing text placement, font and color of text and the background of the banner. Some companies even offer the ability to add a photograph, graphic or illustration to the banner to make it more enticing.

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1 Find a vinyl banner printing service on the web. There are several, including VistaPrint, ColorMax, Speedy Signs and Uncle Roy's. Staples速 also offers the online purchase of copy and print services.

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2 Navigate to the "Signs" or "Banners" section of the website. Most of these websites offer several printing services, including business cards, screen printing and more. Look for the "Services" link and locate the link associated with banner printing.

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3 Determine the type of banner. Online printing companies typically offer a few different options for banner-hanging methods, including pole banners, banner stands, hanging or scrolling banners. (ref 1) Also, many companies base the initial design scheme on the purpose of the banner. For example, determine if the banner is for business, community, real estate or other.

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4 Select the size of the banner. Most companies offer a few or several different sizes and shapes of the banner. Typically, banner sizes vary from 3 to 6 feet long.

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5 Choose a design. Some online vinyl stores offer pre-made designs, while others allow the user to go through each element of the design. Select the font, font color and size. Then, type the banner message into the


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