Variable Numbering Event Tickets
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Choose your specifications, then upload your artwork. See the templates and file preparation details below before submitting your files.
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PDF, JPG, PNG, TIFF, EPS or AI · Up to 20 MB per file. Use a multipage PDF for booklets or multiple panels. Selected files upload securely when you add this job to your cart.
About Custom Numbered Event Tickets
Give each ticket a distinct number with variable-numbering event tickets. Use the main design for your event name, date and admission details, and plan the number position around the selected format. Compare the available stocks and finishing choices, then follow the numbering setup instructions and review the proof before production.
Products are printed in full color but the variable data portion is printed in black ink only. Customers can submit artwork files containing full-color versions of their logo and images to be printed alongside the data.
Variable Numbering Event Ticket Uses
- Sports
- Theatre
- Trade Shows
- Retail
- Events
Product specifications
Available combinations and finishing choices update with your selections above.
- Size
- 2" x 5.5" · 2" x 7" · 2.75" x 5.5" · 2.75" x 8.5" · 3.5" x 8.5" · 3.5" x 11" · 4.25" x 11"
- Stock
- 16PT C2S · 18PT C1S · 100LB Gloss Cover
- Printed Sides
- 4/1 · 4/0 (4 color front) · 4/4 (4 color both sides)
- Finish (Coating)
- UV on 4-color side · UV Coating Front Only · No Coating
- Perforation
- No Perforation · Perforation 2" from Bottom · Perforation 1.5" from Right · Perforation 1.5" from Bottom · Perforation 2" from Right
- Numbering
- Numbering on the Front only
- Variable Data
- Variable Numbering
- Turnaround Time
- Production begins after artwork approval; shipping time is additional.
Artwork preparation
- Resolution
- 300dpi
- Color Mode
- CMYK
- Bleed
- 0.125” (0.0625 on each side)
- File Types
- PDF (recommended), JPG, EPS and TIFF
Artwork templates
Open the template, then save the file to your device. Remove template guides from your print-ready artwork.
Frequently asked questions
What font, size, and colors will be used for the variable numbering portion?
a. The default font for the variable numbering portion is 14pt Calibri, black ink only. Black ink for the numbering should be taken into consideration when designing your artwork file. If your background images are dark, you may need to KO (knock out) the background image in the numbering areas, so that the numbers are visible.
b. Note: The CSV data file may contain up to 5 digits or characters for each record.
Will I be able to see a sample or a proof of the numbering on my artwork before my order is printed?
KB Print Lab will provide a proof for your approval before production. Review the artwork and the sample address or number placement carefully, and request any corrections before approving.
What types of files can I upload for event tickets with variable numbering?
Upload your print artwork in the artwork fields above and your CSV file in the Numbering data (CSV) field. Each numbering record may contain up to five digits or characters. Contact KB Print Lab for a sample data file and the numbering-position layout for your ticket size.
How do I indicate what areas of the ticket I want to be numbered, how do I set up my CSV data file?
Contact KB Print Lab for the numbering-position layout and required CSV column headers for your selected ticket size before preparing your file. We will confirm placement in your proof before production.
Will KB Print Lab modify my CSV data file to correct any errors or typos?
What if my CSV data file has more addresses than the run size that I ordered?
How do I prepare my CSV data file with leading zeros, for example, I want my starting number to be 00001?
a. In order to preserve leading zeroes on your variable number CSV file (e.g. 001, 0001) please format the cells as text before creating your numbered list.
b. To include leading zeros: Right-click (or control click) on the first few cells, then choose Format Cells > Text or Plain Text. Once your cells are formatted, proceed with creating your numbered list. You should be able to see your numbering correctly before saving your document.
c. Note: If you close and reopen your document or look at a preview of the document, it will appear that the CSV has reverted and your leading zeroes were deleted; however, be assured that is not the case. As long as you were able to see the leading zeros at the time you saved the document, your CSV has the leading zeros. It is safe to upload your CSV and your leading zeroes will be preserved.