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An electronic "soft proof" sent to your computer. It will show you the size, text, and color of your job. This file should be much smaller than your original file and may be a lower resolution than that used for printing, as the monitor does not require the high resolution an image setter would. This proof can be used instead of the laser proof, but we suggest you continue on to the Digital Contract Color Proof for best results on color jobs.
Composite Laser ProofA black and white proof of a black and white job, or a color job with all colors represented on one sheet. Maximum size 11x17 inches.
Separated Laser ProofBlack and white proof of each color used on the job. Maximum size 11x17 inches.
Digital BlacklineAn inkjet proof on a thin dull paper with pages imposed as they will print on the press. Proofs are double sided representing the press sheet, then folded and trimmed like the final product. This is a proof of black and white as well as color jobs, but the colors are not calibrated.
Color Digital Contract ProofAn inkjet proof on a satin finish paper, color calibrated to match our five-color press. It will match the color on the press with the paper color of the printed job being the only variable.
BlacklineA black and white proof made from the final film output that will also be used to make the press plates. It is a composite of the color separations or simply a proof of the black and white negatives, printed on both sides of the paper, folded and trimmed just like the final product will be.
NPC has many types of proofs that will fit your job's requirements. You should have the most cost effective proof that will give you the visual information you will need to verify that the printed job will look the way you had envisioned.
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Your Customer Service Representative will suggest the proper proofs for you and your job. They will also help you arrange for the proof to be delivered electronically or by courier.
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