Category Archives: Printing

Print Proof, Prepress Proofing: Client Questions Answered

Q: “I am printing a professional, full-color, high-end brochure for our business. What kind of print proof or press proof can I expect from the printing company? What… Read more+

How to Choose the Best Dallas Printing Company

Printed materials such as brochures, presentation folders, business cards, letterhead and other marketing collateral give potential clients an important first impression about your business. Since great collateral materials… Read more+

Do Print Reorders Cost Less?

Repeat Orders—Then
It used to be the norm in printing that an exact reprint—using same art with no changes—was less costly than the original print job. In the days… Read more+

Ink Colors and Printing—common Q & A

At D Media, we provide both print and online marketing tactics. With the use of electronic forms of proofing methods, the two mediums (print vs. online) often overlap…. Read more+

How to save $ on print: Proof, proof, proof (Tip #4)

 
Make sure you’ve proofread your content at least 3 times before placing your print order.
In addition, having another set of eyes review your art (including spelling, fonts, colors, and graphics)… Read more+

How to save $ on print: Prepare your files (Tip #3)

A properly prepared art file flies through a prepress department. Make sure your art is created in a software program that your printing service supports. Check that there… Read more+

How to save $ on print: Plan ahead (Tip #2)

Some clients wait until the last moment to order printing. They have a trade show on Friday and wait until Tuesday to place their print order. Because of… Read more+

How to save $ on print: Ask questions (Tip #1)

To be cost-efficient with print orders, ask questions up front about things that affect printing costs, such as:
paper and ink materials
color conversion
color-matching
bleeds
turn time
what is involved for rush orders
Also… Read more+