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You’ve designed a gorgeous flyer on your computer. The colours pop, the logo glows, and everything looks amazing. But when the printed copies arrive… that vibrant turquoise has turned into a slightly confused greenish-blue.What happened?Don’t worry — your printer isn’t broken. The culprit is usually a little thing called RGB vs CMYK — two colour systems that speak completely different languages. RGB: The Language of Screens RGB stands for Red, Green, and Blue — the colours of light that screens use to make images glow. When you mix all three, you get white. That’s why your phone, tablet, and laptop can show such bright, luminous colours — they’re literally made of light.Perfect for:* Websites* Social media graphics* Online ads and presentations CMYK: The Language of Print CMYK stands for Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Key (Black) — the four inks printers use to reproduce your design on paper. Unlike RGB, CMYK works by subtracting light, mixing pigments to create different shades.Perfect for:* Business cards* Flyers and catalogues* Posters and packaging Why It Matters Here’s the tricky part: some colours that exist in RGB can’t be printed in CMYK.
Those glowing neons and intense blues just don’t translate perfectly to ink. That’s why your digital design might look slightly flatter or darker once printed.To avoid surprises, your artwork should be converted to CMYK before printing — so you’ll know exactly what to expect. How Tiny Fish Helps At Tiny Fish, we always check your files before they go to print — and yes, we look at your colour settings too. If your artwork is in RGB (hello, Canva fans 👋), we’ll convert it properly and make small adjustments to keep your brand colours consistent.It’s part of what makes us a trusted print broker in Spain — making sure every job looks as good on paper as it did on your screen. Quick Tip to Remember RGB = for screens
CMYK = for printMix them up, and your colours might not get the memo. At Tiny Fish, we make sure your colours print exactly how you want them — bright, balanced, and beautiful.

When you need professional printing, it can be tempting to go straight to a printing company. But working with a print broker in Spain can actually save you time, money, and a lot of hassle. At Tiny Fish, we’ve been in the printing industry for more than 20 years — and we know exactly how to make print projects run smoothly from start to finish. Whether you need business cards, catalogues, merchandising, or exhibition materials, a print broker can make the entire process faster, easier, and more cost-efficient. Get Better Prices Through Industry Connections As an experienced print broker, we work with a trusted network of printers across Spain and Europe. That means we can compare prices, materials, and turnaround times to find the most cost-effective solution for every job. You benefit from our insider knowledge and long-term relationships with reliable printing partners — without paying extra. Save Time With Hassle-Free Print Management Managing a print job can be time-consuming — getting quotes, checking files, chasing updates, and coordinating deliveries. We take care of all that for you. From the first quote to door-to-door delivery, Tiny Fish handles every step of the process so you can focus on your business, not the paperwork. Quality Control and Professional Support Every print job is personally followed up to ensure top quality. We check your files before printing, confirm materials and finishes, and make sure the final product matches your expectations. And if there’s ever an issue, we deal with it directly — no need for you to go back and forth with the printer. Fast Turnaround and Flexible Options Because we work with multiple suppliers, we can often speed up printing deadlines or find alternative solutions when one printer is fully booked. Whether you need something urgent or highly customized, we make it happen quickly and professionally. Peace of Mind From a Print Expert When you work with a print broker, you get a dedicated professional who understands the technical side of printing — from file setup to finishing touches. You can relax knowing that your print job is being handled with care, followed up, and delivered on time. At Tiny Fish, we make printing simple, transparent, and stress-free. With two decades of experience in print management, we know how to deliver quality results — every time.If you’re looking for a professional print broker in Spain who can save you time, money, and stress, get in touch with Tiny Fish today.

(a friendly reminder from your local print broker) Let’s be honest — we’ve all been there. You’ve designed your new business cards in Canva, picked a nice font, chosen your brand colours (ish), and proudly hit download for print. It looks great on screen… what could possibly go wrong? Well — a few things, actually.  At Tiny Fish, we love when our clients get creative. But after more than 20 years in the printing industry, we’ve learned that what you see on your screen and what comes off the press aren’t always the same thing. That’s why letting a print professional check your files before printing can save you time, money, and a small heartbreak.Here’s why it matters (and how we make it easy). Fonts Have Feelings Too That beautiful handwritten font might look elegant on your laptop, but if it’s too thin or too small, it can disappear completely in print. What looked like “exclusive minimalism” suddenly reads as “invisible text.” We make sure your fonts are legible, correctly embedded, and ready to shine — not vanish. Colours Don’t Speak RGB Your screen shows colours in RGB (light), while printers use CMYK (ink). Translation: that bright electric blue you loved might turn out more like polite navy. A quick professional check ensures your colours print the way you intended — not the way your monitor decided. Bleeds, Margins, and Other Little Mysteries If your artwork goes right to the edge, it needs a “bleed” (extra image area) so you don’t end up with white lines around your beautiful design. And margins? They’re not just decoration — they keep your logo from being accidentally trimmed. We make sure your layout survives the cutting stage in style. File Formats Matter A file that’s perfect for social media is not perfect for print. (We’ve received more than a few screenshots in our time!) We’ll double-check that your file is in the correct format, resolution, and colour mode before it heads to the printer. It’s Quick, Easy — and Worth It At Tiny Fish, we always do a quick check before sending files to print. It’s a small step that can save a lot of stress. If something needs adjusting, we’ll let you know right away — so you get the result you imagined, not a surprise in a box. The Bottom Line DIY design tools like Canva are fantastic for creativity — but they’re not a substitute for professional print knowledge. Think of it like cooking: just because you can make a good salad doesn’t mean you’re ready to run a restaurant.Let us handle the technical stuff — fonts, colours, bleeds, and print specs — so your design looks as good on paper as it does on screen.