HID FARGO Card Design Guide - Manual (Page 13)

HOW-TO STEPS
Bright colors typically work best. Dark
colors can adversely affect readability.
Likewise, pastel backgrounds can look
washed out.
A textured background minimizes flaws
in the card surface better than solid
backgrounds.
Contrasting colors are often used to
indicate different levels of access or
security clearance.
The cardholder’s photo is typically the
primary feature. That’s why it is important
to
use images of at least 300 dpi and to
make the photo as large as possible.
A good type face promotes easy
readability for fast and accurate
authentication. A “sans serif” font works
best.
The use of only one or two fonts is
suggested. Too many fonts can make a
card difficult to read.
Online stock photo companies can be a valuable resource for desiging
professional-looking cards with dynamic imagery.
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