Preflight checklist and specifications
   
Electronic files
   
Formats:
  • (In order of preference) QuarkXPress, Illustrator, PDF (see below for specs),Photoshop, InDesign, Freehand, Pagemaker and Corel Draw.
Fonts:
  • All supporting screen and printer (postscript and suitcase) fonts used in the application and source files need to be included. Missing fonts may cause errors.
  • Avoid TrueType fonts. If used, please do not mix with PS fonts.
PDFs:
  • Select high-resolution job options setting to create high-res files. Imbed all fonts and images.
Proofs:
  • Print composite proofs at 100% with crop marks. Include separations for each color.
Delivery
   
Media:
  • CD, Zip 100, Floppy. Include printout of contents.
FTP:
  • E-mail specific directions for downloading from your FTP site.
  • Proofs are still needed.
E-mail
Useful information
 
 
  • Use only TIFF, EPS or PDF file formats.
  • Name FPO images with the same name as the source.
  • Vector art with all type converted to outlines preferred.
  • Limit anchor points to reduce output problems.
  • Add bleed of at least 1/16" where necessary.
Time-saving checklist
 
Work order with file name, size, colors and any other pertinent information
Contact name, phone and e-mail regarding these files
Item/file to be reproduced
Fonts - check usage in all application, EPS, TIFF and graphic files
Source files - EPS or TIFF
Proofs
Proofread all files and proofs before sending.

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