KainosPrint

Preflighting

A properly preflighted file will have the following characteristics

    • Job will be supplied as a PDF file

 

    • Pages are one up in the PDF file - the job has not been imposed

 

    • Image resolution is around 300dpi

 

    • The colour space is CMYK

 

    • If the job prints right to the edge, bleeds are provided

 

    • Black text is black only and not four colour

 

    • Black text overprints rather than knocking out

 

    • All fonts are embedded

 

    • A separate file for the cover is provided for perfect bound books

 

    • The cover spine width is correct.

This list is not exhaustive. Click here for more preflighting hints and tips.