• Final resolution of scanned color or greyscale images should be 400 dpi. Line art should be 1200 dpi. Internet graphics are usually 72 dpi and produce low quality offset print graphics.
• Use the .TIF format for all scanned images. LZW compression may be applied.
• Be sure to use the scaling factor if you will be enlarging images after you scan them.
  Scan resolution = (final size / scan size) x final resolution

• Set your document page size to the final size of your printed page. Avoid manually drawn crop marks.
• Extend bleeds 1/8" past page edges.
• Be sure to keep non-bleeding items at least 1/4" from any edge or bindery operation.
• Never put two pages together on one page as a spread. This will result in significant AA charges.

• Delete all unused colors in your documents, be sure the rest are defined as spot colors.
• Be sure the colors defined in your graphic files match those in the document.
• Print color seperations to your laser printer and be sure all items print on the correct seperation.

• Delete all unused colors in your documents, make sure the rest are defined as process colors.
• Be sure all placed graphics are CMYK. Double check any embedded bitmaps.

• TigerPress highly recommends using a commercial preflight program to automate your preflight checks.
• Include a full-size dummy, indicating any folds, perforations, or other information that we will need to finish your job.
• Make sure to include all graphic files used in your project. Use Quark's "Picture Usage" or Adobe's "Links Manager" to see what graphics are used.
• Include all fonts used in your project. Both screen and printer fonts are needed when using postscript fonts.
• Check to see if you have used any fonts in your .eps files. They will need to be converted to outlines before sending the graphic.

Most of all, feel free to call your sales representative with any questions regarding file preparation. They will be glad to help you with your project.