Archive for July 16, 2008

Design Checklist

Design Checklist

Things to do before sending a design off to print

 

  1. Check design over for spelling mistakes
  2. Ensure fonts are:
    1. Embedded in file
    2. Converted to outlines
  3. Make sure images are
    1. Embedded in file
    2. Properly linked and being sent with file
  4. Check file dimensions to ensure that they are correct
  5. Save file in format accepted by printer/client/whomever
  6. Check file size, compress if too big
  7. Submit work according to guidelines given
  8. Contact the recipient to ensure everything is ok on their end.
  9. Rejoice in being done of project

 

I’m sure there are other things that I’m forgetting. If I think of a crucial steps, I will add them later.