Proofing with GMG ColorProof—How Does It Work?
Let's suppose you want to proof a one page PDF according to ISO Coated v2 (39L). How do you tackle this task?
Your basic equipment in GMG ColorProof consists of four things, which are bundled into a Proofing Condition:
- Printer
- Media
- Calibration Set
- Proof Standard
Let's find out where and how to use this equipment. Open GMG ColorProof and try to follow the steps in the software. If you get lost in one of the steps or just want more information, click on the corresponding See also link.
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1 | Set up Proofing Condition |
First, your basic equipment has to be made available in the Database view. Click on the Add link in the Printer column to open the Add Item dialog box. Select your printer from the drop-down list and define the required printer properties. Select the Media you are using with the printer, and the ISO Coated v2 (39L) Proof Standard. Decide for a Calibration Set. Keep an eye on the validation system of the software, this will help you to find which information needs to be filled in. |
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2 | Calibrate printer |
In this step, the color space of your printer-medium combination is checked by printing and measuring a small calibration test chart. Directly after adding the printer and color management items you selected in step 1, you will be asked to calibrate the new printer. Click OK to start the calibration wizard which will guide you through the calibration process. |
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3 | Print proof |
Now that the printer is set up and ready to use, you can load the file you want to proof. Click on the Jobs button on the navigation panel on the left side. You can either use the New Job button on the toolbar or just drag and drop your file onto the Jobs view. In the New Job dialog, select ISO Coated v2 (39L) as Proof standard. Click Print to print the file. |
A tricky question you might think, but quite easy to answer: as soon as you can verify it. To ensure the proof simulates the printing condition it was printed for, you simply add a Proof Control Strip (Job > Label/Strips > Job Control Strips) to your job. A Proof Control Strip such as the Ugra/Fogra Media Wedge CMYK v3.0 is a standardized and internationally recognized control tool. If your printer features an integrated measuring device, the proof verification can be conveniently automated. If you are using an external measuring device, you can use the add-on tool GMG ProofControl to measure the control strip and print the verification label.
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