Corporate Training: Prepress techniques
1 day Introduction
The term Prepress refers to the preparation and optimization of digital files for printing. This course is designed for those experienced in using page layout programs such as QuarkXPress, InDesign or PageMaker and helps them to ensure that their documents will output correctly by making them aware of standard prepress procedures, concepts and techniques.
Tuition:
Prepress techniques Introduction (1 day) - $349 CAD/USD
- Individual tutoring available.
- Tutoring in your office available.
- Video tutoring available.
Contact us to discuss your specific needs:info@newimagecollege.com |
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Program of Study: Prepress techniques (1 day)
An advanced course, designed for experienced users of page layout programs.
File formats |
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Text file formats
Transferring text via the clipboard
Graphic file formats
File sizes and compression
Anatomy of a TIFF file
Anatomy of an EPS file
Anatomy of a PDF file
Working with DCS files
Embedding clipping paths |
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Resolution and image quality |
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Scanning resolution
Optical resolution and bit depth
On-screen display
Downsampling
Output device resolution
halftone screen resolution
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Scanning techniques |
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Scanner software vs plug-ins
Choosing a resolution
Resolution vs file size
Scanning line art
Scanning halftones
Scanning color and b/w
Making enhancements at scan time
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Handling color |
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RGB and CMYK
Spot and process colors
Color management overview
What is trapping?
Reasons for misregistration
Trapping techniques
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Choosing a service bureau |
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File formats accepted
Applications supported
Platforms supported
Fonts available
Types of proofing supported
Standard turnaround and pricing
Charges for urgent jobs
Trapping and imposition
Equipment used
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Preflighting techniques |
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Checking font usage
Avoiding banding
Collecting all files used
Scaling and rotating graphics
Converting spot colors to process
Avoiding EPS nesting
Avoiding RGB graphics and colors
Checking bleeds
Checking media
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Proofing and quality control |
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Over viewing of proofing
Soft proofing
Industry standard color proofs
Analyzing a color proof |
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REGISTRATION FORM
REGISTRATION STEPS:
- Fill out our Registration form.
- One of our staff members will contact you at the telephone number you included on
your registration form to confirm your registration.
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