What Is a DTF Gang Sheet? (And Why It Matters for Your Business)

If you're stepping into the world of DTF printing, you’ll quickly hear one phrase over and over: gang sheet.

But what exactly is a gang sheet — and why is it such a game changer for apparel printers, small businesses, and creators?

At DTF Dallas, gang sheets are at the core of what we do. Here’s everything you need to know.

What Is a DTF Gang Sheet?

A DTF gang sheet is a single film sheet that combines multiple designs into one layout, ready to be printed, trimmed, and heat-pressed onto garments.

Instead of printing one design per sheet, you "gang up" several:

• Logos
  
• Shirt fronts
  
• Sleeve prints
  
• Hat patches
  
• Label tags
  
  

➡️ Think of it like packing a suitcase — you fit as much as possible into one space to save time, money, and materials.

One 22x60" gang sheet might hold:

• 6 chest prints
  
• 4 full-size shirt designs
  
• 12 small logos
  
• 3 sleeve prints
  
  

All printed at once. All ready to transfer.

Why Print Shops Love Using Gang Sheets

Gang sheets aren’t just about convenience — they change how efficiently you can run your business.

Here’s why shops everywhere are adopting gang sheet strategies:

• Lower Material Costs: Maximize every inch of film — no waste.
  
• Faster Production: Print multiple jobs at once, not one by one.
  
• Easy Batch Fulfillment: Great for team orders, events, and multiple SKUs.
  
• Lower Per-Design Cost: More designs printed per sheet = more profit per job.
  
  

In short: gang sheets are how modern shops scale.

How to Create a Gang Sheet

At DTF Dallas, we make it easy with our free online Gang Sheet Builder.

Here’s how to create one:

1. Upload all your individual designs.
   
2. Arrange them tightly together on a single sheet.
   
3. Leave a small margin between designs for easy cutting.
   
4. Choose your sheet length — we print up to 22x1000 inches.
   
5. Submit your sheet for printing.
   
   

No fancy design software needed. Just drag, drop, and build.

When Should You Use a Gang Sheet?

If you’re printing for:

• Multiple customers at once
  
• Group orders (teams, clubs, schools)
  
• Small-batch e-commerce products
  
• Events (weddings, birthdays, reunions)
  
• Brand merch with multiple logo versions
  
  

...then gang sheets are absolutely the way to go.

Even for single-design orders, adding extra copies to a gang sheet can reduce your per-print cost dramatically.

Why Outsource Your Gang Sheets to DTF Dallas

While it’s possible to buy your own DTF printer, many shops prefer to outsource gang sheet production for a simple reason: it’s faster, cheaper, and easier.

When you partner with DTF Dallas, you get:

• Professional-quality DTF transfers
  
• Same-day shipping
  
• No setup hassles or maintenance headaches
  
• The flexibility to order exactly what you need, when you need it
  
  

Focus on pressing and selling. Leave the printing to the pros.

👉 Upload your designs and build your gang sheet today

Conclusion

A gang sheet isn’t just a printing trick — it’s a powerful tool that saves you time, cuts costs, and helps you grow.

If you want to maximize your margins and streamline your print shop, gang sheets are your best friend.

Start building your custom DTF gang sheets today with DTF Dallas — and watch your business scale smarter, not harder.

👉 Get started now