Graphics Services
The aim of colour
management for designers and prepress is to ensure that client/original
files are treated correctly and that the software and hardware are set
up to ensure the best possible colour rendition. This involves adhering
to the ISO standards most notably 12647-2 but also others for PDF’s,
monitors and proofing.
Due to many variations involved in a
company’s hardware, software and working practices below is a list of
the normal areas covered and the benefits for efficiency, reduced waste
and increased client satisfaction.
Adobe Creative Suite for consistent colours in all applications.
Use monitor proofing for different outputs: Coated, Uncoated
Use printer profiles through Acrobat
Use monitor proofing for different outputs: Coated, Uncoated
Use printer profiles through Acrobat
Monitor Calibration and profiling
How, why and what a calibrated/profiled monitor does
Advice on buying monitors
What hardware and software is needed
Advice on buying monitors
What hardware and software is needed
Input and output files
Are the source files coming in colour managed?
Understanding RGB files and converting for CYMK
Understanding RGB files and converting for CYMK
Proofing Certified and Validation
Get the best from your standard machines through calibration & profiling
RIP set up for contract proofing to ISO 12647-7 & 8
Communicating with printersRIP set up for contract proofing to ISO 12647-7 & 8
What to ask your printer
Why did a job go wrong
Each site visit would be qualified by phone beforehand to ensure that the equipment and personnel is available as each visit is shaped to ensure a high level of satisfaction, please call 020 3337 3939.
Downloads
Pic4press Version 3 GuidelinesUPDIG Photographers Guidelines v4.0
Links
Bestflow.org Digital workflow and best practisepass4press PPA guidelines
UPDIG Digital workflow and best practise