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Poster Printing

The UT ECE department has a large format poster printer available in UTA 6.508 for use of approved UT ECE events, shows and conferences. You must be a UT ECE student, faculty, staff, or Post-Doc to have a poster printed.

Making an Appointment

Contact the ECE help desk via email (help@ece.utexas.edu (link sends e-mail)), with subject line "Poster Printing" and include the following information in the email:

• The number of posters you need and poster sizes
• Your absolute deadline for delivery
• Your supervising professor's name
• A UT Account Number to charge the cost to

You will receive a reply and we will set up an appointment for printing. Go to UTA 6.508 at the scheduled time.

Cost

Standard size posters (30" x 40") are $25 each. Larger posters will be priced at $10/foot measured by vertical paper length. You must have a UT account number from a UT ECE faculty member in order to pay for the printing. We do not accept cash payment.

Printing Hours

Appointments are generally available Monday - Friday, between 9:00 AM-3:30 PM and are subject to change without prior notice. Do not assume we will be open until you have set an appointment. Once you have set an appointment we will make every effort to keep your appointment.

How Long Does it Take?

Each poster (size 30" x 40" standard) takes about 10 minutes to finish printing. Unless we have unusual circumstances, the student needs to remain with the job as it prints. If the poster does not print satisfactorily, we MAY arrange for ECE staff to print it without the student being present. At the very least, each student must meet with ECE staff to review the final art before it goes to the printer. This helps limit the costs of ink and paper needed for reprints.

Plan ahead. The printer can break down, may not be available or you may have problems with your file. Always have a backup plan and don't wait until the last minute.

Poster Size

Normal poster size is 30" x 40". Larger posters can be accommodated in some instances; however, the maximum length of the shortest side is 42". (So, 42" x 60" would work, 43" x 60" would not.)

File Types

The preferred file type is a PDF already sized to print. PowerPoint files are acceptable, but it can cause problems if you use any non-system fonts, etc. The files are printed from a Windows PC. You can contact help@ece.utexas.edu (link sends e-mail) with any questions regarding file setup or possible file types. The best way to bring the file is on a keychain sized flash drive, but we can make other arrangements if necessary.

Trimming

All posters will have at least 1/4" of white border around their art. We do not have a paper cutter, so if you do not want the white border you are responsible for cutting it yourself. Additionally, 30" x 40" posters will have 2" of white space on one end.

Trimming

All posters will have at least 1/4" of white border around their art. We do not have a paper cutter, so if you do not want the white border you are responsible for cutting it yourself. Additionally, 30" x 40" posters will have 2" of white space on one end.

Mounting

All mounting is to be done by the students themselves and we do not supply mounting materials. It is recommended that posters be mounted on 3/16" FoamCore board which can be bought at any craft shop like Hobby Lobby or Michael's or office supply stores.

Cardboard Tubes

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Attention!  Beginning June 1st, 2022, the information below will go into effect.  Please plan accordingly.

Beginning June 1st, 2022, please utilize the two on-campus resources documented below for your poster printing requirements.  ECE-IT and Communications will no longer be able to accomodate poster printing requests for conferences, poster sessions/showcases, symposiums, etc.  Please submit your requests to one of the resources below with as much advanced notice as possible.

UT Document Solutions

Research Poster Pricing:  https://utexas.app.box.com/s/5uegh4gbup3bhg3w7dip9j69wlbk037t

To submit your request to UT Document Solutions

• Send an email to utcopy@austin.utexas.edu and provide the following:
• Name:
• Phone Number:
• Poster Quantity:
• Poster Size:
• Print Quality:  (Color, Economical Matte works great for Research Posters.  More options available at - https://utexas.app.box.com/s/5uegh4gbup3bhg3w7dip9j69wlbk037t)
• Due Date:
• Indicate Delivery or Preferred Pick-up Building Locations (SSW, GSB, UNB, RRH):
• Delivery Instructions (if applicable):  provide which UT Location you would like these delivered to.
• UT Account Number:
• Artwork:  Attach your PDF file (provide a Box link for large PDF files)

University of Texas Libraries - PCL Building

This service is fully explained in detail at - https://www.lib.utexas.edu/study-spaces-technology/print-copy-scan/large-format-printing