COLOR
IMAGES
The actual output size of scanned images and raster (pixel-based)
graphics should have a minimum resolution of 150 dpi for our
printer. Over-scanning produces large files, and slows down
production time!
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LINE ART
Scan black & white images so that the final output size
will have a 600 dpi resolution.
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RESIZING
Size scanned images before placing them in your page layout
program. This allows you to determine the proper resolution
to save your image and saves space.
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ROTATING
All pixel-based images should be pre-rotated in Photoshop and
not in your page layout program. Output time is greatly increased
when the page layout program has to recalculate the rotation
of the image.
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CROPPING
Cropping your images as close as possible reduces production
time and creates a smaller file. If you crop your scans in your
page layout program, the cropped data is still retained and
it makes your file larger. ^
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COLOR FORMAT
To minimize color shifting, convert your image to CMYK format
before you place it in your file. ^
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COLOR CORRECTING
When color is critical, we highly suggest ordering a proof of
your file, it is relatively inexpensive, and it gives an accurate
depiction of what you can expect from your final output. Relying
on your monitor to display colors correctly is not recommended.
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