Generally speaking, the first step is to confirm the basic text and images. This constitutes the first version, requiring basic typesetting of the text and images.
It serves three main purposes:
1. It allows designers to check the quality of the original version.
2. It provides samples or basic printing parameters for the official printing.
3. It provides customers with authentic proofs that are identical to the final printed product for their confirmation before mass printing.
From the initial draft to the final version, followed by proofing, almost every step of a company’s notebook design process is essential. Today, we will explore the importance of proofing during the entire process.
Under normal circumstances, proofing is a necessary step before the official version is finalized and the final product is released. Sample printing plays a crucial role in this process. During the notebook proofing process, the paper quality must be verified. For example, the ink and color used for the text must be accurate, ensuring a clear image on the paper type, and specifically the pixel requirements for the image. Only then can we determine the desired effect. Therefore, proofing after the notebook design is finalized is crucial for ensuring the quality of the final printed notebook.
Notebook proofing involves the production of one or more samples according to the client’s product specifications after the printing factory accepts the commission. Only after the client approves and signs the production contract can mass production begin. This is a crucial step before the notebook design is completed. During this process, any discrepancies are identified and corrected. Only after the client’s requirements and satisfaction are met can a mass printing order be placed.