What do I need to know about my project to prepare proper files for pre-press?
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The good news is, the more you know at the beginning, the better off you’ll be. But if there’s an element or requirement you do not understand or are not comfortable with, Raff will work with you to help guide your file creation and preparation. Contact your sales rep or in-house project manager.
Here’s a basic list:
- Type of project
- Number of pages, if applicable.
- Quantity.
- Type of paper.
- Type of coating.
- Are bleeds required?
- Do you have imagery and logos available at 300 dpi.
- What design software will you use to prepare your file?
- Will you submit a print-ready .pdf instead?
- Do you have elements of personalization/customization like images or data that uses variable data?
- What is your anticipated “turnaround” time? (when do you need your product—we work backward from that date when developing a schedule.)