Print File Preparation Checklist

Verify print file preparation with this checklist:

Project Information:
- Project Name: [name]
- Print Product: [type]
- Printer/Vendor: [company name]
- Due Date: [file submission deadline]

Document Setup:
- [ ] Correct dimensions (including bleed): [dimensions + bleed]
- [ ] Bleed extends .125" (or .25" for large format): [yes/no]
- [ ] Safety margin for text/logos (.125" from trim): [yes/no]
- [ ] Correct number of pages: [page count]
- [ ] Pages in correct order: [verified]

Color Mode:
- [ ] CMYK color mode (not RGB): [converted]
- [ ] Rich black setup (C60 M40 Y40 K100): [if applicable]
- [ ] No RGB images remaining: [verified]
- [ ] Pantone colors specified correctly: [if applicable]

Images:
- [ ] Resolution at 300 DPI (150 DPI for large format): [verified]
- [ ] Images embedded or linked properly: [embedded/linked]
- [ ] No placeholder images: [verified]
- [ ] Image rights cleared: [confirmed]

Fonts:
- [ ] All fonts embedded or outlined: [method used]
- [ ] No missing fonts: [verified]
- [ ] Font licensing allows embedding: [confirmed]

File Format:
- [ ] Exported as print-ready PDF: [PDF/X-1a or PDF/X-4]
- [ ] Layers flattened: [yes/no]
- [ ] Transparency flattened: [if required]
- [ ] File named correctly: [naming convention]

Final Checks:
- [ ] Spell check completed: [verified]
- [ ] Contact information correct: [verified]
- [ ] Dates and prices accurate: [verified]
- [ ] Legal/disclaimer text included: [verified]

File Delivery Method: [upload/email/transfer service]