Color Proofing Options and Issues for the Graphic Arts

The options for proofing in the graphic arts are dependent on two major factors; a. the needs at a particular point in the workflow and b. whether the workflow process is analogue or digital. The issues for the analogue process are well known, however the digital process has at least eleven major issues to be addressed. The issues for the analogue process are well known, however the digital process has at least eleven major issues to be addressed. 3M's efforts at addressing these digital issues are reflected in the specifications for 3M Digital MatchprintTM color proofing system.