express2100 154 Posted April 30, 2014 I designed a logo and would like to upload it to Vistaprint but it is in the wrong format. The error message says to rename the file as jpg pdf etc. The only way I know to do this is to double click the name in my folder and change the .gstudio to .jpg or .pdf but this doesn't work either. What am I missing? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MoZo 50 Posted April 30, 2014 You could download a File Converter program or use the program you made you logo with and export it as a jpeg Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
express2100 154 Posted April 30, 2014 I see no export on GS. Maybe that is one of it's limitations Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skarekrow 1,842 Posted April 30, 2014 is the .gstudio file properties set to "read only"? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vermonster 111 Posted April 30, 2014 I hadn't found it either. I just did some through VistaPrint but I used Adobe Photoshop CS6 to do mine. Came out pretty nice. If you need any help, PM me Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
express2100 154 Posted April 30, 2014 No krow it is set to read and write for all users. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skarekrow 1,842 Posted April 30, 2014 Is the Graphtec Studio closed when you try and change it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vermonster 111 Posted April 30, 2014 I would be surprised if you could convert or open that in anything other than GS. It's proprietary. But if you figure it out, post it here cause I'd like to know. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skarekrow 1,842 Posted April 30, 2014 I dont think they are actually trying to convert the file, just change the suffix allowing them to upload. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vermonster 111 Posted April 30, 2014 Oh, one thing you COULD try...Free PDF Maker. Gerdac PDF Creator or something alike. They basically install "as a printer" so you would go to FILE and PRINT and you'd choose the plugin for the Free PDF maker. Not sure of the resolution but that may be an option. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
express2100 154 Posted April 30, 2014 Yeah I hear ya Verm. Thanks Maybe I GS Pro will allow it. If so maybe I should upgrade to that. Hate to change design software to AI or something else as I am still wet behind the ears! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vermonster 111 Posted April 30, 2014 Well, they have to be able to open it on their side to print it I think. Snipping Tool is too low of a resolution since these are business cards. I'd try the free pdf maker that installs as if it's a printer Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
express2100 154 Posted April 30, 2014 I dont think they are actually trying to convert the file, just change the suffix allowing them to upload. Yes I believe you are correct. Oh, one thing you COULD try...Free PDF Maker. Gerdac PDF Creator or something alike. They basically install "as a printer" so you would go to FILE and PRINT and you'd choose the plugin for the Free PDF maker. Not sure of the resolution but that may be an option. Sure More complications Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vermonster 111 Posted April 30, 2014 Ok. http://www.pdfforge.org/pdfcreator This installs as a printer option. You would just go to FILE > PRINT and it saves it as a PDF - which they can open. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
express2100 154 Posted April 30, 2014 I can't install it. Windows apps are not supported on OS X Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vermonster 111 Posted April 30, 2014 ah, but I can Throwing that pdf writer on now. Shoot me a PM and I'll give you my email for the GS file - and I'd be happy to give it a try for ya. Didn't realize you're using a mac Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skarekrow 1,842 Posted April 30, 2014 I avoid proprietary formats like the plague. (I know that info doesn't help you... sorry) I just got a Graphtec a week ago and wondered about the G studio software. Just wanted to Thank You, express, for helping me make up my mind about installing & trying it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vermonster 111 Posted April 30, 2014 It's not a bad app honestly. Not the best, but it's not bad if you're doing something that just needs some quick text or something. I've been using it to try to figure out the contour cut - but I prefer Corel or Flexi personally 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vermonster 111 Posted April 30, 2014 Confirmed it works... aaaa.pdf Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
express2100 154 Posted April 30, 2014 pm sent for email Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vermonster 111 Posted May 7, 2014 Blacked out for a minute there.... Sorry, what were you saying? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
express2100 154 Posted May 7, 2014 Blacked out for a minute there.... Sorry, what were you saying? Ha Ha....... I assume you are waiting for an update on the finished product? Should be delivered by the end of the week. Thanks again for the help!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vermonster 111 Posted May 7, 2014 Haha...actually there's a post that got deleted but it was incredibly long and on blogging lol Anytime on the help. Cards looked good so they should turn out well Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
express2100 154 Posted May 10, 2014 No idea what you are referring too but yes the cards turned out great! Next time I'll choose a larger font but they are sharp IMO. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites