Technical reference

Printing Knowledge

Use practical guidance on files, materials, binding, finishing, samples, quality, and international delivery before preparing a quotation request.

Reference areas

Find the question before it becomes a production risk

File preparation

Bleed, page order, image resolution, fonts, colours, and dielines should be checked before a proof or production run.

Materials

Paper, board, ink, coatings, and inserts are selected around the finished use and reference sample.

Book and packaging structures

Binding, cases, boxes, and protective materials are chosen around the product, opening sequence, and transport conditions.

Sampling and delivery

Samples, project approvals, packing, destination, and freight conditions should be confirmed in the formal project record.