What’s Prepress?

Prepress is the process a document goes through before printing. It includes proofreading, editing, layout, scanning, and color separation. The document is then printed after creating a printing plate and making a proof. Prepress has become easier with desktop publishing. Prepress is a term used in the printing industry to describe the process a document […]

Prepress tech: what’s the job?

A prepress technician formats and corrects layout errors before approving text and graphics for print. They compare job specifications with images and ensure customer needs are met. The traditional photographic technique is being replaced by digital printing technology, making the job more difficult to find. A prepress technician is responsible for the various tasks involved […]

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