Getting Started:
Glossary:
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Document Setup:
Document Size & Margin Allowance
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Fonts and Files:
Scans and Resolution:
Resolution for Halftone Scans
Scanning resolution (pixels per inch or ppi) is determined by the line screen (lpi) used for each press and available stocks.
- COLDSET WEB (Uncoated Stocks):
4-Color Process:
85 to 100 lpi scan resolution
200-250 pixels/inch (ppi)
Black and White (Grayscale):
85 to 100 lpi scan resolution
200 pixels/inch (ppi) - SHEETFED
Coated Stocks:
150 to 200 lpi scan resolution
300-400 pixels/inch (ppi)
Uncoated Stocks:
133 lpi scan resolution
200 pixels/inch (ppi) Rule of thumb is to scan twice the line screen (lpi) required if placed at 100% or below into a page layout program. If enlarging a photo, do not enlarge more than 120% in the layout. If enlargement is greater than 120%, use the formula:
(lpi x 2) x % = ppi
For example, a photo being enlarged at 150% and using 133 lpi, the formula would be: (133 lpi x 2) x 1.5 = 399 ppi (or, rounded up to 400).
- If type is used in a scan or Photoshop layout, set or scan the resolution to 300 pixels/inch minimum. Anything below 300 will make type look jagged or fuzzy and hard to read. BE SURE that black type only shows 100% on the black channel of Photoshop Type with color in all four channels will not register on a web press. If creating type in color, make sure that a maximum of three channels are used for that color.
- Note: Best file formats to save images are .tif or .eps formats. JPEG (.jpg) files have a loss of information and are not recommended for sheetfed work, but can be used for coldset web printing. Do not use .gif formats or graphics from web pages!! These are low resolution files and will not reproduce correctly. Do not use PICT (.pct) or Windows Metafiles (.wmf) as these can also cause unexpected results.
Resolution for Line Art / Bitmap Images
Scanning resolution is important to keep logos or line art images as clear and crisp as possible.
- COLDSET WEB (Uncoated Stocks):
4-Color Process or Black and White:
400 pixels/inch (ppi) - SHEETFED
Coated Stocks or Uncoated Stocks:
600 pixels/inch (ppi) - Keep bitmap images at 100% or smaller. Do not enlarge them. For best results, save these images as .tif files. The color of these images can be changed (to spot or CMYK) in a layout program.
Postscript and Distiller Settings:
If you use Adobe Acrobat Distiller to prepare your projects or ads, please download these settings to use for all of your projects with us. After you have downloaded and Unstuffed/Unzipped the Acrobat Distiller Job Option named “ThePapersSettings.joboptions”, you will need to place it into the correct folder for it to work properly. The file needs to be placed in the Adobe Acrobat/Distiller/Settings folder. It goes in the same place for MAC and PC. Restart Distiller, and see if ThePapersSettings is in the Job Options Pop-Up menu. Please be sure to always use this setting when making ads or projects for The Papers Incorporated. How to print Postscript files from QuarkXpress or Adobe InDesign Useful Tips
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Print Reproduction:
AdvertisementsFor readability in the newspaper, font size should be no smaller than 7pt; reverse type should be minimum 10pt. (sans serif). Web Press RequirementsGoss Coldset Web Requirements
Cromoman Coldset Web Requirements
Sheetfed Press Requirements
Web-based Approval SystemThe Papers uses AGFA’s ApogeeX Workflow with Delano for customers to upload and approve files with a web browser. This is very useful for tight deadlines with a quick turnaround. Contact Jim Cox at (800) 733-4111, ext. 2337, to see if your project qualifies. Note: The Papers is a Direct-to-Plate workflow. All files are digitally mastered and sent directly to a Creo TrendSetter 1200-2400 dpi plate imaging device. Trapping is automatically applied at the raster image processor (RIP) for all digital files. |
Delivering to Us:
Media PreparationThe Papers Incorporated can accept most common media types, such as CD-ROM’s, DVD’s, Zip, Jaz or Flash drives. Please make sure that all media is identified so that it may be returned. Recommended for files 8MB or less. After collecting files for output, compress the folder with either Stuffit Deluxe (.sit) or WinZip (.zip). Attach the compressed folder to an e-mail message with an explanation of what it is for. PDF files do not need to be compressed to be e-mailed. E-mail print files to your sales representative unless you are given other instructions. FTPRecommended for files larger than 8MB. FTP Uploader programs are available to upload to our server. FTP client software is not necessary. Web-based Approval SystemThe Papers Incorporated uses AGFA’s ApogeeX Workflow with Delano for customers to upload and approve files with a web browser. This is very useful for tight deadlines with a quick turnaround. Contact your sales representative to see if your project qualifies. |