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What are press quality files?

Press quality files are high resolution files for printing. To achieve a high quality product requires that files provided to a print vendor meet specifications for size, trim, bleed, image resolution, folding, binding, file format, color mode, and font requirements. I have extensive experience with providing these files on a variety of print materials for paper and other printable materials.

The printed product. In the today's publication world, the professional printed product is still an important mode of communication. Each project is unique and needs to comply with all print specifications for a high quality printed product.

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  • Vendor Research. Finding the right vendor for your unique project is important. You can make an informed decision on which vendor to choose with a report on different vendors, prices, possible optional print materials, and turn-around schedules.
  • Vendor liaison. Communication with a rint vendor is an important step in the process of producing the printed product. This communication typically involves providing complete order information, submitting files, follow-up to make sure the files were received, being immediately available for any questions, proofing options, and delivery status.
  • Reviewing print for quality control. Services are also offered for reviewing the project for quality control assurance before delivery to you. Having the product checked before delivery can be an essential function in many time sensitive deadlines.

PRINT SPECIFICATIONS, CMYK, PAPER SIZE, BLEEDS, TRIM SIZE, FOLDS, SCORING, PERFORATION, PAPER SELECTION, BROCHURES, BOOKS, MANUALS, SUPPORTED SOFTWARE, IMAGE FILE FORMAT, SCANNED IMAGES, FONT REQUIREMENTS, HIGH RESOLUTION, VENDOR LIAISON