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Q. When should my job be produced as color copies vs. printing on the press?
If you have a brochure, poster, or flier you'd like printed in full color, there are two ways to go about it: print or high-quality digital color copies.
Printing, which involves ink on a press, generally is ideal for quantities of 500 or more. There are also several steps in the process—film, a blueline (a printer's proof), and a color proof matchprint for your approval—so printing takes longer. But even so, a press run is the most economical choice for a large quantity. A press run is also a good choice because of the economies of scale; for example, 2,000 brochures will have a lower unit cost than 1,000 brochures.
Printing also requires that the file be prepared according to printing industry standards, including design software and the know-how to translate what's on your desktop to a press-ready file.
Digital color copies are a great choice when you need fewer than 500 pieces, and when the turnaround time is short. There is no film, blueline, or color proof matchprint involved, and we can scan from your hard copy if needed. But remember: the per-unit cost of color copies adds up quickly. If you need a large quantity but can't wait for a press, your project will be less economical to produce, even with our low copy prices.
Our estimates are always based on cost and convenience to our clients.
Questions? Just call 523-0561.
Q: What’s the first step to getting my job printed?
The first step is to call Printing Services at our central number 523-0561. Depending on the nature of your job, you will be forwarded to a customer service representative or the appropriate production person.
Q: What are Printing Services hours of operation?
The hours of operation during the Fall and Spring semesters are 8:00 a.m-5:00 p.m Monday through Friday. Saturday and Sunday we are closed.
The hours of operation before, after and during the summer sessions are 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.