Softproofs
Softproofs are digital representations of how a printed piece will look when produced on a specific printer, with a given paper stock and under standard viewing conditions. They are used in prepress and design workflows to evaluate color, brightness, contrast, and detail without creating physical proofs.
Softproofing relies on color management. In a softproof workflow, the document’s color data is rendered through
Set-up typically involves obtaining ICC profiles for the printer and media (or a device link), selecting the
Industry practice often references standards and guidelines such as SWOP and GRACoL for proofing workflows, along