Print Quality Control Checklist

Quality control checklist for print review:

Project Information:
- Project Name: [name]
- Print Vendor: [company]
- Quantity Received: [number]
- Expected Quantity: [ordered amount]

Packaging Inspection:
- [ ] Correct quantity delivered
- [ ] No visible damage to packaging
- [ ] All boxes/pallets accounted for
- [ ] Packing slip matches order

Visual Inspection (sample from each box):

Substrate:
- [ ] Correct paper stock/material
- [ ] Correct paper weight
- [ ] Correct finish (matte/gloss)
- [ ] No damage, dents, or scratches
- [ ] No fingerprints or smudges

Printing Quality:
- [ ] Colors match approved proof
- [ ] No banding or streaking
- [ ] No hickies or spots
- [ ] Consistent density throughout
- [ ] Sharp image reproduction
- [ ] Clean halftones/gradients
- [ ] No ghosting or doubling

Text/Content:
- [ ] All text legible and sharp
- [ ] No typos (spot check)
- [ ] Correct version printed
- [ ] Contact information accurate
- [ ] Dates/prices correct

Finishing:
- [ ] Correct size/trim (measure)
- [ ] Clean, straight cuts
- [ ] Proper fold placement
- [ ] Correct binding type
- [ ] Grommets/holes positioned correctly
- [ ] Lamination applied correctly
- [ ] No bubbling or peeling

Registration:
- [ ] Front to back alignment
- [ ] Color registration tight
- [ ] Die cut registration
- [ ] Bleed extends properly

Quantity Check:
- [ ] Count verified
- [ ] Overs/unders within tolerance
- [ ] Replacements needed: [yes/no]

Acceptance Decision:
- [ ] Approved for use
- [ ] Approved with minor issues noted
- [ ] Requires reprint: [specify issues]

Issues Found:
[Document any issues with photos]

Inspector: [name]
Date: [inspection date]