Use a die-line in a separate layer and unique color
Risk
A valid content may not be detected when used in a die-line layer.
Issues
A valid content that disappears when using the die-line layer will be used to mask the area surrounding the label or package.
Example
Solution
Dos:
✅ Use Die-line only in a unique layer.
✅ Apply a unique color to the Die-line.
✅ Use a different color to design a crease.
✅ Standardize on the layer name to a comprehensive naming (Die-Line, crease...).
Don’ts:
❌ Mix the valid content within the Die-line layer.
❌ Use the color of the dieline same as any color object in the document.
Tips
The following steps describe how to view information about how to create PDF with layers:
InDesign and Illustrator
Export to PDF → Choose the PDF Preset → Make Sure to Check the (Create Acrobat Layers Top-Level Layers). The layers compatibility is up to Acrobat 6 (PDF 1.5)