Technical Writing Part 2-PCI Journal Artwork Checklist

PCI Journal Artwork Checklist

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The PCI Journal Artwork Checklist provides guidelines for authors to ensure that all necessary figures and tables are included in their submission. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of using high-quality photos and line art that are not embedded in Word or PowerPoint or downloaded from the internet. The checklist specifies that text within artwork should be in 10- to 12-point Arial typeface. It also highlights the need to include photo credits and Figure sources, as well as copyright and image release forms if applicable. The checklist recommends providing a PDF or word document showing the final layout for all figures, but without including the captions. For line art, the checklist emphasizes legibility, the use of vector-based files (EPS, Illustrator, or AutoCAD), and compatibility with AutoCAD 2007. Line art files should also have a resolution of 600 dpi and be the same size as their originals. The use of metric or U.S. customary units is specified, as well as the requirement for English text and italicized variables. Abbreviations, acronyms, and non-variable symbols should not be present in the figure. In regards to photos, clarity is emphasized, along with using JPG or TIF files with a resolution of 300 dpi. General photos should be at least 6 inches wide, while author photos should be 2 inches by 3 inches in size. It is important to use glossy prints from film or slides for original photos, rather than inkjet printouts or color copies. For graphs, the checklist recommends Excel files and specifies the format for axis labels (label, units).

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PCI Journal Artwork Checklist

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