Litho Quoter

We understand that few things can be more frustrating than spending and endless amount of time on the design of and information in a document only to have the results leave something to be desired.  Although we proof your documents and guarantee a high quality standard, there are a few things you can do on your end to ensure the best possible results.  The guys over at Inland Litho have compiled this list of Ten Tips For a Better Print Job.  Check out our favorite below!

1. Include all Support Files
   Poor file preparation can lead to mistakes and delays in getting your job printed. Before you submit your job, please ensure that all the pieces are in place. Include both printer and screen fonts, all linked graphics (including all fonts used in those graphics) and any specific instructions needed for production of the files.
2. Use a Preflight Program
   Preflight programs – such as Preflight Pro (www.extensis.com) or FlightCheck (www.markzware.com) inspect your files for conditions likely to cause output errors.
3. Include Laser Proofs
   A current laser proof not only lets us check for mistakes but also helps ensure that the file is free of conditions likely to cause PostScript errors. Remember, if you have problems printing a job to your own laser printer, there will be difficulty printing the job.
4. Watch Your Fonts
   A common cause for output errors can be traced back to the use of corrupted fonts. Use PostScript, True Type or Open Type fonts, and be sure to include both the screen and printer fonts with the job. If your EPS (Illustrator or Freehand) files include text it’s a good idea to turn that type to outlines to avoid potential problems.
5. Check Image Resolutions
   Make sure your bitmapped images (scans, Photoshop images, etc.) are created at an acceptable resolution (dpi). As a general rule, the image resolution should be twice the line screen to achieve the best printed result. For example, to print an image at 175-lpi screen, you would need an image resolution of approximately 350 dpi. If the image resolution is too low, pixelization will occur, resulting in poor image quality.
6. Convert to CMYK
   To make images print properly, you need to convert them from RGB to CMYK. Check the colors in all of your documents to make sure you are not using any RGB color models.
7. Spell Check
   Most spelling errors can be prevented by using your program’s spell check feature. However, a thorough proofreading of your job could save time and money in the long run.
   

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