“Digital
Proofs”
Glossary
Definition:
A digital proof is a color prepress proofing method
where a job is printed from the digital file using inkjet, color laser,
dye sublimation, or thermal wax print technologies to give a good
approximation of what the final printed piece will look like. The
digital proof is generally less expensive than other prepress proofs.
Digital proofs can often be produced on the actual paper stock of
the job adding another element of accuracy.
Digital
proofing also includes a type of almost-WYSIWYG on-screen monitor
proofing or soft proofing generally only used in the early stages
of production.
Digital
proofs come in continuous tone and halftone proofs.
Also
Known As: dry proof | off-press proof | digital CMYK
proof | continuous tone proof | halftone proof
Examples:
Digital proofing is generally less expensive than other
prepress proofing methods or press proofs but they aren't as
accurate for checking trapping and identifying moire problems
as overlay and laminate proofs. They are a viable option on
most simple print projects and high-end digital proofs can provide
even greater accuracy for more complex jobs.
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