Use a PNG file

Upload a high-resolution PNG file with a transparent background.
A PNG is an image format that supports transparency, which means no white box will appear around your label. Blurry or pixelated files will always produce poor results.

Alternative options: PDF or JPG

You can also upload a flattened PDF (a simple, non-editable version of your label) or a JPG if your label is a standard rectangle or square. These formats don’t support transparency, so they won’t work well for labels with unique shapes.

Match the die-cut shape

The die-cut shape is the exact outline of your printed label: the way it’s physically cut by the printer (for example, a circle, oval, or custom curve). Make sure your file matches this shape exactly, so the label sits correctly on the bottle.

⚠️ Outshinery Lite does not support specialized print finishes such as foil stamping (gold or silver), embossing, debossing, or spot varnishes.

💡 Tip: To keep a cohesive look, add mock effects (like metallic shine or textured patterns) directly within your label design file using Photoshop or another design tool. This way, your rendered bottle will closely resemble the final printed version, even if the physical print effects themselves can’t be replicated.

Common pitfalls to avoid

• ❌ Uploading a low-resolution file (blurry or pixelated results)

• ❌ Using a custom shape label file with a white background instead of transparent

• ❌ Expecting foil, embossing, or spot varnish effects to appear automatically

• ❌ Uploading back labels featuring FPO (For Placement Only) barcodes or QR codes.