Reference print areas, not fit guarantees
These are starting examples used in our size guide. They are not garment measurements or promises of fit. Youth sizes, pockets, seams and press platens vary.
| Use | Reference box, width × height | Check first |
|---|---|---|
| Pocket logo | 3 × 3 in | Actual pocket and seams |
| Left chest | 4 × 4 in | Chest area and logo proportions |
| Youth front | 8 × 8 in | The specific youth garment |
| Adult front | 12 × 16 in | Usable front and press platen |
| Oversized front | 16 × 20 in | Garment area and equipment capacity |
A wide logo will not fill a square
A logo three times as wide as it is tall fits a 4 × 4 inch box at about 4 × 1.33 inches. It does not become four inches tall unless you stretch or crop it. Check the actual artwork dimensions in the editor, not only the selected reference box.
Do not add transparent padding to make a design look square. That empty area can affect the size you think you are ordering. Start with the intended visible logo and review its proportions.
Make a full-size paper test
Cut paper to the intended visible artwork dimensions and place it on the garment. Check it while the shirt is laid flat and while someone wears it. Mark the placement for your own application process; the transfer order does not position itself on a shirt.
- Stay clear of seams, zippers, pockets and curved areas.
- Check the smallest text at actual size.
- Confirm the design fits your usable press area.
- For a mixed garment order, measure more than one shirt size.
Common questions
Should every shirt size use the same logo size?
It can, but test the result on the smallest and largest garments first. You may prefer separate transfer sizes; review each size and quantity in the cart.
Does a bigger file mean a bigger print?
No. Pixel dimensions describe the source image. The inches you select and the artwork proportions determine its printed size.