How a desktop published document is created
After the document looks the way the desktop publisher wants it to look, it's time to make sure that it will print the way it is supposed to print. The file preparation phase is also known as the prepress phase. File preparation involves proofing the text and layout and verifying that everything needed to print the file is in the proper format.
Do the following file preparation tasks, as required. You'll find corresponding tutorials, exercises, or resources for further study, where available. Items identified with an * are not yet in lesson/tutorial format but do provide informational resources.
1. Proofing
Proofreaders Marks
Proofread Text and Layout
* Proofs and Press Checks
2. Font embedding
3. Trapping
4. Color specs verification
CMYK (Process Color)
Spot Color
Separations
Color Proofs
5. Imposition
6. Packaging of file
Send digital files to service bureau
* Camera ready artwork
The final step in desktop publishing is printing.
