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PREPARATION
Color Viewing Considerations
Viewing proofs and press sheets under consistent lighting is critical to the color reproduction process. This video discusses how lighting and surround influence color perception and what you can do about it.
Common Database Issues in VDP
There are four common database mistakes when working with variable data printing. Learn what they are and how to avoid them in this video.
Communicating Color Effectively
Describing color with your printer is often a difficult task. This video will provide some tips on how to correctly evaluate and describe color.
RGB Color Correction
Correcting color in the RGB color space is as easy as 1-2-3. Check out this video to see how to do it.
Transparency and Fonts
When using transparent effects with fonts, there are some very important rules to follow. This video discusses the best ways to deal with fonts when used with transparency.
Transparency Issues within Desktop Publishing Applications
Transparency offers almost limitless design possibilities. But, when creating a PDF file, is it best to keep transparency live or flatten it? This video discusses the differences.
When Not to Use a Font
When should you not use a font when designing a document? This video will provide some insight on restrictions that can be embedded in some font formats.
PRODUCTION
Dear Brad: Cracking at the Fold
Cracking at the fold in printed pieces can be caused by a number of things. This video explores them.
Fluting
Fluting on a heatset offset web press can be caused by a number of factors. This video will illustrate many of the causes and solutions.
Tone Curve Considerations for CTP
Building tone curves in CTP can be accomplished from a plate’s “raw” state or “linear” state. This video addresses each of these considerations.
