Share Your Files with Every USB

Share the files for your artwork, data & drive icons to be loaded directly on the flash drive, or data to be used for materials in creating publishing services like the Launch Menu or Virtual book.

Typically, our customers provide artwork right away, and we produce the printed parts while they prepare and share their data files at a later time. Return to this page whenever you have more files to share for your order.

• Consider print area size - Other than some very large exceptions, most print areas on custom flash drives are very small. Please consider the size and shape of your text when finalizing your design. Keep it as simple as possible to represent your brand.
• Choose appropriate colors - Select colors that contrast well with the background color of the flash drive or packaging to enhance readability. Keep in mind that colors may appear differently when printed, so always test print your design before finalizing it.
• Simplify your design - Given the small print area, avoid overcrowding your design with too many elements. Instead, focus on your logo or a simple message that represents your brand effectively.
• Select the right font - Choose a font that is clear, legible, and scalable to various sizes. Avoid using fonts with intricate details, as they may become difficult to read when printed on a small surface.
• Ensure proper alignment - Align your design elements properly to create a balanced look. This will not only make the design visually appealing but also easier to read.
• Opt for durable printing methods - Consider using printing techniques such as UV printing or laser engraving to ensure that your design lasts longer and resists wear and tear.
• Test print your design - Before committing to the final design, always do a test print on a sample flash drive or packaging. This will allow you to check for any inconsistencies or errors and make adjustments if necessary.
• Vector vs. raster formats - Opt for vector file formats when printing Pantone colors via silk screen and high-resolution images when printing full color. To achieve a clear and sharp print, use images with a minimum resolution of 300 dpi. This will ensure that your design looks professional and is easily readable.

Vector files print line art, text, or simple logos and is certainly your best option if your drives are being printed with the silk screen method. These formats work well for all imprint methods and are easy to manipulate.

• EPS is universal vector formats that can be used for all imprint methods.
• AI is an Adobe Illustrator specific vector format that is also widely used and supported.
• PDF is a versatile vector format that can be opened and edited using a variety of software applications. However, PDFs can contain raster graphics, which do not print well with certain imprint methods.

If you're looking to print photos or images with lots of detail, then raster graphics are the way to go. These formats work well for direct full color and UV imprint methods.

• JPG, JPEG, TIF, GIF, BMP, and PNG are universal raster formats that can be used for all imprint methods.
• PSD is an Adobe Photoshop specific raster format that is widely used and supported.

Create a folder on your computer(preferably in your Google Drive or Dropbox folder if you have one of these services) and copy all of the data that you would like to be loaded onto your drives into the folder:

If you have data for multiple versions, place each version of the data in it's own folder.
Note: This is just a tip to help you organize your files on your computer. Multiple versions will be uploaded individually through this form.

Be Descriptive - Give your files a name that describes its contents. Avoid using generic names like "document" or "file", instead include specific information about the file's subject matter.

Keep it Short - Long file names are difficult to read and make it harder to navigate your files. Try to keep your file names concise and to the point.

Use Title Case - Title case is where the first letter of each word in the file name is capitalized, except for very small words like "and" or "the". It is commonly used to make text easier to read. Example: This is my Introduction.pdf, Title Case is the Best Case for Readability.Docx

There is no way to guarantee the order that your files will appear to the end user without creating a menu of files on the drive. If a user has their computer set to sort their files by date or type, then the the files on the flash drive will be displayed how it is set.

You can attempt to control the display order of your files by naming them to include a numerical prefix.

Example

01-Introduction.pdf
02-Chapter 1.pdf
03-Chapter 2.pdf

Contact Information

Do you have more than one custom product in your order?

Options for Sharing Files for Multiple Product Versions

Please help us to avoid errors & possible delays by choosing one of the below options and organize your files accordingly.

• Download the zip file.
• Create a folder on your desktop or somewhere on your computer.
• Open the zip file and drag the necessary version folders into the folder that you created.
• Add a named version to the version number if it makes it easier to track.
• You can omit the versions that you don't need.
• Drag the files into their proper folders.
• Upload the entire folder into your cloud file service or using our uploader.

Option A - Upload for one version at a time. (Recommended & Simplest For Most Users)

Complete this form for each version of the data. Perfect for just a few versions.

Option B - Prepare your data accordingly before sharing.

Organize your data so that the Artwork, Icons, and Data reside in their own folder for each version and complete an offline spreadsheet or a section later in this form for the drive labels. We will provide a template and a video that you can use to make it easy.

Option C - Request that an associate reach out to assist you with your files. Common scenarios include:

• The data is very large(usually over 10GB)
• The data is complex, or there are an unusually large number of versions.
• If you are experiencing technical issues or just need some help with sharing the files.

Share Your Artwork Files for Printing

Upload your artwork files for every print location on the flash drive that you ordered and/or any flash drive packaging.

Best Artwork File Formats for Printing

What are Vector and Raster Graphics?

Vector Formats

If you're looking to print line art, text, or simple logos, then vector graphics are your best bet. These formats work well for all imprint methods and are easy to manipulate.

• EPS and SVG are universal vector formats that can be used for all imprint methods.
• AI is an Adobe Illustrator specific vector format that is also widely used and supported.
• PDF is a versatile vector format that can be opened and edited using a variety of software applications.

If you're looking to print photos or images with lots of detail, then raster graphics are the way to go. These formats work well for direct full color and UV imprint methods.

• JPG, JPEG, TIF, GIF, BMP, and PNG are universal raster formats that can be used for all imprint methods.
• PSD is an Adobe Photoshop specific raster format that is widely used and supported.

Would You Like to Share Data During This Session?

This would include the content you would like loaded on a flash drive directly or content which our publishing team will use to create a menu, eBook or copy protected data for your flash drive or on the Web. We will also ask you to upload your drive icon and labels for your digital branding on the drive.

How Will Your End Users Use Your Flash Drives?

File System/Format

If you find this confusing, please just leave it as the default setting. It is rare to use something other than FAT32.

FAT32

• Wide-ranging operating system support: Windows, macOS, Linux, vehicles & special hosts
• Wide-spread compatibility world-wide.
• Support for storage capacities up to 2 terabytes
• 4 gigabyte maximum file size for efficient file management
• Volume label maximum characters: 11

ExFAT

• Support for storage capacities beyond 2 terabytes
• Volume label maximum characters: 32
• Wide-ranging operating system support: Windows, macOS, and Linux (with additional drivers)
• No file size limitation, allowing for efficient management of large files
• Improved performance, reliability, and additional features compared to FAT32, while maintaining simplicity and accessibility

NTFS

• Support for large storage capacities and virtually unlimited file sizes
• Volume label maximum characters: 32
• Primarily designed for Windows operating systems, with limited read-only support in macOS

Mac/HFS+

• Officially known as HFS Plus or HFS+ with journaling
• Support for large storage capacities and file sizes
• Volume label maximum characters: 32
• Designed primarily for macOS operating systems, with limited support in Windows and Linux
• Journaling feature for enhanced data integrity and faster recovery in case of system crashes or power outages
• Support for Unicode file names and advanced file system attributes

Drive Icon & Labels

The drive icon & labels are visible to your end users when they plug in your custom flash drive into Windows or Mac computers.

Upload a square graphic for the icon and provide the two different labels. Easy to do, and it looks great! However, this step is optional.

You have selected Device Firmware Update as the intended use. As a result, the Windows Icon & Label has been disabled. You an still set a Volume Label for the drive, however.

• Avoid using small text. The icon displays very small. Very small text will get lost.
• Keep the image in the icon as simple and as "square-like" as possible.
• Transparency is respected, but the result could be unexpected.

Share Your Data

Share Your Data

We prefer Google Drive or Dropbox, and we support these services directly.

All other cloud services we can support in a limited capacity by asking that you first zip the files before sharing them.

You do not need to have an online file storage service. You can upload your files directly using this form.

Share via Google Drive

How to Share Folders in Google Drive

Create a folder in Google Drive and share it with data@everyusb.com

Share via Dropbox

How to Share Folders in Dropbox

Create a folder in Dropbox and share it with data@everyusb.com

All Other Online/Cloud File Services

We can support all other cloud services if you zip your data before uploading it. Then, share the file with data@everyusb.com or with the Public.

Upload Via Our Uploader

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