Technical Information

Technical Information

We want you to have the best possible experience while you are visiting our site. In order to do that we suggest some basic guidelines.

Retail Advertising Mechanical Specifications

Size and specifications for advertisements.  learn more »

Classified Mechanical Specifications

Size and specifications for advertisements.  learn more »

Digital Ad Submission Guidelines

In order to provide our advertisers the high quality reproduction they have come to expect, the Portland Press Herald/ Maine Sunday Telegram accepts digital delivery of your ad file.  learn more »

Browser Requirements

You should be using the latest version of your web browser.  learn more »

Cookies and the CSC

In order to register and submit files to us, cookies must be enabled on you computer.  learn more »

Creating a quality PDF

The quality of a published ad is dependent on the quality of the PDF submitted to us.  learn more »

Frequently Asked Questions

Our Frequently Asked Questions list answers to some basic questions about this site.  learn more »

Check or change your screen resolution

Set your computer screen/monitor to a minimum resolution of 800x600 pixels. 1024x768 is better!  learn more »

Color Information

When building an ad for printing on a four color press all colors must be CMYK. This includes images used in the ad.  learn more »

Glossary of terms

Definations for common newspaper advertising terms.  learn more »