Tryckfärdigt

Tryckfärdigt is a Swedish term used in publishing and graphic design to describe material that is ready for printing. It denotes a state in which content, layout, typography, imagery, and color are finalized and meet the technical requirements for production. The aim is accurate reproduction in print.

A tryckfärdigt document typically includes final text, consistent typography, high-resolution images, correct color space (often CMYK), fonts embedded or subset, and properly prepared page geometry with bleeds and crop marks. It should also include print-ready assets, such as linked images and any necessary metadata for the printer. The files are usually prepared in a format suitable for prepress and printing, with attention to resolution, color management, and file integrity.

Workflow-wise, the file is handed to a printer after prepress checks. A preflight process verifies that fonts are embedded, links are valid, color profiles are set, and a proof is produced. Many projects use standardized formats such as PDF/X to minimize printing errors and ensure compatibility with press conditions. The goal is to prevent common issues like missing fonts, low-image resolution, or incorrect color.

In practice, tryckfärdigt marks a key milestone for magazines, books, brochures, and marketing materials, signaling that the project has moved from design and layout toward production, subject to final press approval and any last-minute adjustments requested by the printer.