DTF transfers

by Md Abdur Rahman

DTF transfers are one of the fastest, most profitable ways to create full-color custom apparel without screens, vinyl weeding, or complicated production steps. Whether you run a print shop, a clothing brand, or a heat-press business, DTF transfers give you the freedom to print vibrant designs on demand—while keeping your workflow simple and scalable.

At Axo Brands, we make ordering DTF transfers easy with multiple options built for real production needs: build a gang sheet online, upload a ready-to-print file, or order transfers by size. If you want to press more garments per day with consistent quality, DTF is the solution that keeps your business moving.

What Are DTF Transfers?

DTF (Direct-to-Film) transfers are full-color heat transfers printed onto a specialized film and then applied to garments using a heat press. The result is a durable, high-detail print that works across many fabric types, including cotton, poly, and blends. DTF transfers are popular because they combine professional print quality with a straightforward press process—perfect for both beginners and high-volume apparel shops.

DTF is ideal for:

  • T-shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts, and uniforms

  • Full-color logos and branding

  • Small chest prints, sleeve logos, and big back designs

  • Multi-design production for clothing brands and resellers

  • On-demand orders with no screen setup

If your customers want bright color, sharp detail, and fast turnaround, DTF transfers help you deliver results that look premium and hold up over time.

Why DTF Transfers Are a Smart Choice for Apparel Businesses

DTF transfers aren’t just “another printing method”—they’re a production advantage. When you remove the bottlenecks that slow down traditional printing, you can take more orders and fulfill faster.

Fast production without extra equipment

You don’t need to own a printer or manage daily maintenance to deliver professional prints. You can order transfers and focus on pressing and fulfillment.

No screens, no setup delays

DTF eliminates the slow setup phase, making it perfect for small runs, custom names, and quick reorders.

More design freedom

DTF handles full color, gradients, fine detail, and complex artwork. That means more product variety and more creative options for your customers.

Works across multiple fabrics

DTF is flexible for many apparel types. If your catalog includes mixed garments, DTF helps keep your production consistent.

Great for scaling

As your order volume grows, DTF transfers keep your workflow simple: press, pack, ship, repeat.

Choose the Best Way to Order DTF Transfers from Axo Brands

Different businesses have different workflows. That’s why Axo Brands offers multiple ways to order DTF transfers based on how you create your artwork.

1) Build Your DTF Gang Sheet Online

If you want to combine multiple designs on one print, building a gang sheet is the most cost-effective option. Add your logos, graphics, and text, then arrange them to maximize space—perfect for mixed orders, brand drops, and bulk production.

Internal link: https://axotransfers.com/products/quickfilm-dtf-build-a-gang-sheet

Best for:

  • Clothing brands running multiple designs

  • Print shops producing mixed-size graphics

  • Bulk orders where maximizing space reduces cost per print

  • Anyone who wants an easy, guided layout workflow

2) Upload a Print-Ready DTF Gang Sheet

Already have your layout prepared? Upload your gang sheet and move straight to production. This is ideal for designers and shops that want the fastest ordering path.

Internal link: https://axotransfers.com/products/quickfilm-dtf-upload-a-gang-sheet

Best for:

  • Reorders and repeat production

  • Shops with finished layouts

  • Fast turnaround workflows

  • Teams producing many orders daily

3) Order DTF Transfers by Size

If you don’t need a full gang sheet and just want a single design at a specific size, ordering by size keeps it simple. Great for logo prints, chest placements, sleeve hits, and consistent sizing for uniforms.

Internal link: https://axotransfers.com/products/quickfilm-dtf-by-size-copy

Best for:

  • Single-logo orders

  • Uniform branding and team apparel

  • Exact sizing for consistent placement

  • Quick, straightforward ordering

4) Want Ready Designs? Shop Premade Gang Sheets

If you want to press quickly without building layouts, premade gang sheets give you ready-to-press design sets. Great for quick inventory, fast-selling styles, and times when you want to skip the layout process entirely.

Internal link: https://axotransfers.com/collections/pre-made-gang-sheet

How DTF Gang Sheets Help You Save More

Gang sheets are one of the biggest advantages in the DTF world. Instead of ordering each design separately, you can combine multiple designs on one sheet. That means:

  • Lower cost per graphic

  • Less wasted space

  • Faster production sessions

  • Better efficiency for bulk orders

A smart gang sheet layout can include front prints, sleeve logos, and back designs all in one order—so you can build full product lines quickly.

If you want control over layout and spacing, build your sheet here:
Internal link: https://axotransfers.com/products/quickfilm-dtf-build-a-gang-sheet

If your layout is already complete, upload it here:
Internal link: https://axotransfers.com/products/quickfilm-dtf-upload-a-gang-sheet

Pro-Level Finish: Make DTF Transfers Look Even Better

The finishing step is what makes your product look premium. Many apparel shops use a textured press sheet to improve the final feel and appearance, reduce shine, and create a more professional finish across batches.

Internal link: https://axotransfers.com/products/protex-textured-heat-press-sheet-elevate-your-prints

Using a finishing sheet can help:

  • Improve the final texture and feel

  • Increase consistency across large runs

  • Protect garments during the finishing press

  • Elevate the look of full-color prints

Consistent Color Starts with Reliable Ink Performance

If you print in-house or care deeply about print consistency, supply quality matters. Ink performance impacts color strength, fine detail, and overall reliability—especially when you’re producing repeat orders and customer reorders that must match.

Internal link: https://axotransfers.com/products/axo-brands-premium-dtf-inks

Add More Profit: UV DTF Stickers for Branding Upsells

Many apparel businesses increase average order value by offering UV DTF stickers for packaging, tumblers, product branding, and promotional add-ons. These are perfect for small business customers who want more than apparel.

Build UV sticker layouts here:
Internal link: https://axotransfers.com/products/uv-dtf-gang-sheet-build-a-gang-sheet

Shop raised UV stickers here:
Internal link: https://axotransfers.com/products/uv-dtf-raised-stickers

Explore more sticker options here:
Internal link: https://axotransfers.com/collections/sticker-builder

If you sell apparel and branded products, this is an easy way to offer more value per customer.

Who Uses DTF Transfers?

DTF transfers are used by a wide range of businesses and creators, including:

  • Apparel print shops that need quick production

  • Clothing brands launching frequent drops

  • Heat-press businesses offering custom shirts

  • Resellers selling transfers to customers

  • Small businesses ordering branded uniforms

  • Event vendors producing merch fast

If your goal is speed, flexibility, and professional results, DTF transfers are built for you.

Why Axo Brands for DTF Transfers?

Axo Brands is built around a simple idea: make ordering DTF transfers easy and production-friendly. Whether you want ready designs, full customization, or fast uploads, your ordering options support every type of workflow.

Start with the option that fits your process:

When you choose the right ordering method, you’ll press faster, fulfill more orders, and grow your apparel business with less friction.

by Md Abdur Rahman