Uploaded January 2023 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
In this example, the reason to preflight these DTP layout files was obvious! They were using the wrong file extensions! One was a “,qxp” but was not a QuarkXPress file but really a TIFF image that was misnamed! The other was labelled with the extension of .indd but was not an Adobe InDesign file yet a .png image! That is why it is important to check all incoming files to your graphic design studio, publishing house or print shop!
We show you how FlightCheck helps with this, big time! You can get a full working demo of FlightCheck on Markzware’s website:
markzware.com/products/flightcheck
Preflighting incoming files is important to ensure the compatibility, accuracy and completeness of the file. This process helps to:
1. Check for software compatibility and identify file format issues.
2. Verify that all necessary graphics, fonts and images are included.
3. Detect any potential printing issues such as low resolution images, overprinting, incorrect color modes, etc. Including PANTONE colors and Type 1 font usage - a big problem in Adobe files today!
4. Ensure consistency of layout, margins, bleeds, and page size.
5. Verify that the file meets the printing requirements and standards of the printing shop.
#graphicdesign #InDesign #print
By preflighting incoming files, printing shops, creatives/designers and publishers can avoid costly and time-consuming problems, ensure that the final product meets the customer's expectations, and maintain the quality of their printing or document services.
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Why to preflight incoming InDesign, Quark and PDF files to your shop!
In this example, the reason to preflight these DTP layout files was obvious! They were using the wrong file extensions! One was a “,qxp” but was not a QuarkXPress file but really a TIFF image that was misnamed! The other was labelled with the extension of .indd but was not an Adobe InDesign file yet a .png image! That is why it is important to check all incoming files to your graphic design studio, publishing house or print shop!
We show you how FlightCheck helps with this, big time! You can get a full working demo of FlightCheck on Markzware’s website:
markzware.com/products/flightcheck
Preflighting incoming files is important to ensure the compatibility, accuracy and completeness of the file. This process helps to:
1. Check for software compatibility and identify file format issues.
2. Verify that all necessary graphics, fonts and images are included.
3. Detect any potential printing issues such as low resolution images, overprinting, incorrect color modes, etc. Including PANTONE colors and Type 1 font usage - a big problem in Adobe files today!
4. Ensure consistency of layout, margins, bleeds, and page size.
5. Verify that the file meets the printing requirements and standards of the printing shop.
#graphicdesign #InDesign #print
By preflighting incoming files, printing shops, creatives/designers and publishers can avoid costly and time-consuming problems, ensure that the final product meets the customer's expectations, and maintain the quality of their printing or document services.
Like this Video & Subscribe to our YouTube channel:
youtube.com/c/Markzware
Follow us on Social Media:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/markzware
Facebook: facebook.com/MarkzwareSoftware
GETTR: gettr.com/user/markzware
Pinterest: pinterest.com/markzware
Tumblr: markzware.tumblr.com
Twitter: twitter.com/markzware
Visit our Website:
markzware.com
Read Industry Articles:
markzware.com/blog
Get the Latest Markzware News:
markzware.com/support/mailing-list
Why to preflight incoming InDesign, Quark and PDF files to your shop!
