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Prepress

This segment is a comprehensive source for information, methods, and techniques to keep your prepress art department at peak productivity.

Creating a Color Control Culture, Part 1: Taking Control of Incoming Files and Proof Control

The first step of implementing a Color Control Culture is, taking control of "incoming." You will keep the customer coming back time and time again. 

 

Criteria for Optimized Process Color Ink Set

Understanding of the differences between the scanned image, the proofing system and the printed piece helps to improve communication and the success of the job.

 

Linearization of the Imaging Process

Dot for dot, your job is to ensure that the image setter, film positive and stencil are reproducing original color data.  That's linearization, and it's just a measure away.

 

Say, You Want Some Resolution?

Some believe that a good scan is one that tingles your retinas with blinding contrast and vivid, saturated color; however, the reverse is usually true.

 

File Formats

An explanation of common file formats used in the industry.

 

Speed up Your Production with a Registration System

Discover the benefits of a pin registration system.

 

Improving the Tonal Range of an Image

Learn about tonal compressions to improve the quality of your images.

 

A Few Words On JPEG Compression

The JPEG file format creates small files, but there are drawbacks. Learn what they are in this article.

 

Understanding Hue Error and Grayness

All pigment used in inks is not pure. Find out how hue error and grayness are affected.

 

Computer-to-Screen & Film Technologies for Screen Printing

Here is a review of the various technologies used for making stencils.

 

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