A type of printer's proof, so called because it has a bluish tint. The blueline shows all artwork and text in position. Your approval of the blueline authorizes the printer to run the job as shown on the proof. Also known as a dylux or salt proof. Find out more about bluelines and other kinds of proofs.
A proof made from film by exposing the film and proofing material to light. Best for single or two color proofs. To distinguish between color the exposure time is varied so one color is shown darker and the second color is a lighter shade.
For reprints, we typically provide blueline proofs. A blueline proof is film-based. On it, all colors appear as shades of blue on an ivory or white paper.
A proof that is used to check the proper placement of text, photos, and graphic elements prior to printing. Typically used for one and two-color publications.
A type of proof made by exposing the finished film on a proofing machine to light, which burns the image onto a special paper. It's then folded, trimmed and checked as a final checkpoint before printing.
A one-color print typically used as a final check (other than to check colors) of the film that will be used to create a print piece. Contributed by: MarcommWise Staff
A copy of a document to be printed that is produced by making a photographic print from the negative that will produce the printing press plate. Bluelines are the final proof available before production begins and are produced to verify the correct placement of graphics and the correct separation of ink colors. Costs of bluelines are typically included in cost estimates for any jobs requiring them. Authors alterations requiring new bluelines will result in additional costs.
A proof made from the actual printing plates, so-called because of its blue color. A chance to get one more look at a printing job before it goes to the press.