How to create DVD case insert covers

How to Create DVD Case Insert Covers

Step 1: Choose your materials based upon your end user presentation needs and budget. All sheets listed tear down to a DVD case cover that is a custom fit for the DVD case clear window sleeve on the outside of the case.

Matte DVD case insert covers can be printed in both inkjet and laser printers. They can be a good economical solution for most applications and yield a good standard image resolution. The image quality on these matte DVD case inserts is slightly better on laser printers.

They are available in two sizes and paper weights:

Standard 8 1/2' x 11" letter size sheets (D714DV). These will work fine if you do not need your image or background to "bleed" over the edge of the insert. No need to change the paper tray size or driver settings, but you do need to pay attention to sheet orientation when loading the tray, as they are not perforated symmetrically or centered in the sheet.

Legal size 8 1/2" x 14" sheets (8514D714). These 32lb standard weight sheets have ample space on all sides to let you bleed your image off the edges and even move your image around for best placement and cropping on the sheet. They are perforated symmetrically and are centered on the sheets, so no matter which way you place them in the paper tray they are always correct, with no chance that they will be printed upside down or backwards on the sheet.

Legal size 8 1/2" x 14" sheets (H8514). These are 67lb heavy weight vellum sheets and have ample space on all sides to let you bleed your image off the edges and even move your image around for best placement and cropping on the sheet. These are a little easier to slide into the sleeve as they are a more sturdy sheet. They are perforated symmetrically and are centered on the sheets, so no matter which way you place them in the paper tray they are always correct, with no chance that they will be printed upside down or backwards on the sheet. You will need to adjust your laser printer driver to indicate heavy stock for best results.

Glossy Inkjet DVD cover inserts are intended for use on inkjet printers, but can also be used on laser printers. They are specially coated with a very high resolution, quick drying coating that optimizes them for use on inkjet printers. Image quality on these is exceptional and is equal to major studio DVD case insert quality. The glossy inkjet sheets are glossy on one side and matte on the other.

They are available in two sizes:

Standard 8 1/2' x 11" letter size sheets (JGD714). These will work fine if you do not need your image or background to "bleed" over the edge of the insert. No need to change the paper tray size or driver settings, but you do need to pay attention to sheet orientation when loading the tray, as they are not perforated symmetrically or centered in the sheet.

Legal size 8 1/2" x 14" sheets (JG8514). These sheets have ample space on all sides to let you bleed your image off the edges and even move your image around for best placement and cropping on the sheet. They are perforated symmetrically and are centered on the sheets, so no matter which way you place them in the paper tray as long as the correct side is up they are always printed correctly.

Glossy Laser DVD cover inserts are intended for use on laser printers, they cannot be used on inkjet printers. They are specially coated with a very high resolution coating that optimizes them for use on laser printers. Because of that coating inkjet printing is not recommended as the ink generally will not dry in a timely fashion. Image quality on these when printed on a laser printer is exceptional and is equal to major studio DVD case insert quality. All laser gloss sheets listed are coated on both sides, this makes them a good choice for use in clear DVD cases, where you can print on both sides and see the inside of the insert through the inside of the case.

They are available in two sizes:

A4 8 1/2' x 11.7" letter size sheets (A4GW8514). These will allow your image or background to "bleed" over the edge of the insert. You will need to change the paper tray size and driver settings. You do not need to pay attention to sheet orientation when loading the tray, as they are not perforated symmetrically or centered in the sheet.

Legal size 8 1/2" x 14" sheets (GW8514). These sheets have ample space on all sides to let you bleed your image off the edges and even move your image around for best placement and cropping on the sheet. They are perforated symmetrically and are centered on the sheets, so no matter which way you place them in the paper tray they are always correct, with no chance that they will be printed upside down or backwards on the sheet.

Step 2: Choose your software and Templates. Many different graphics or labeling programs can be used to print DVD case insert covers. Our favorites are Adobe Illustrator (expensive, but top of the line for graphics), Photoshop Elements 7 (under $100, lots of photo editing options), Label Studio Pro (under $25, Windows and Mac software on same disc) and Open Office Draw (Free download from Sun Microsystems). You might want to try their free software available from www.openoffice.org (they do request a donation if you like it - we do). Their office suite includes a program called Draw which is very similar to Illustrator that uses vector based graphics and layers. Just call or email us for a free template to print our DVD case insert covers with that program. We also have free Draw templates for our other CD, DVD and Video sheets as well.

If you are using Illustrator or Photoshop you can download .pdf and .ai templates from Prolabel here.

If using Label Studio Pro, we ship that program with a companion disc that contains our templates.

If using OpenOffice Draw, please call or email us and we will email you the templates.

Step 3: Layout your graphics. Design your DVD cover insert using photos, text and graphics.

Step 4: Print. Make sure if you are using a program that uses layers, that the bottom layer with the template outline is not set to print. Always do a test print prior to printing multiple sheets to make sure it is exactly like you want it.

Step 5: Fold and Detach discard pieces. Best results are achieved by folding the paper back and forth prior to tearing apart, that will give you the cleanest edge when detached. Depending on the stock used, the discard edge pieces may just fall away from the insert, other stocks will need you to pull away the edges. All will give you a clean edge, as they are perforated with micro perforations.

Step 6: Slide Cover Insert into Case. Make it easy by making sure the insert is in an "S" shape and the DVD case is fully opened into a V shape.

DVD Case Inserts - High Resolution DVD Cases Insert Matte, Laser Gloss or Inkjet Gloss

Professional Label offers an easy way to add a professional looking finishing touch to your DVD case...blank DVD case inserts in several different diecuts and paper stocks. Everything from standard letter size sheets to A4 size to our most popular format the Legal size full bleed DVD case insert sheet which comes in a high resolution photo quality high gloss, a heavy weight vellum matte, and our standard economical matte finish as well as an ultra smooth archival quality laser glossy sheet. Ready to ship - expedited shipping is available upon request.

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