How to Use AutoFlight^SM

Benefits of AutoFlight^SM

AutoFlight^SM is an online preflight system that lets you upload your files and proof your print project before purchase. Approve your proof instantly or save it for review later. AutoFlight^SM lets you view high resolution proofs, rotate proofs, and see how your printed product will be folded and cut. With AutoFlight^SM there is no software to download and nothing to install on your computer. And AutoFlight^SM is both MAC and PC compatible.

How to Upload and Preflight Files with AutoFlight^SM:

Before you get started, please note:

• To view your final proofs, you will need Adobe Reader.

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• Proofs approved and paid for by 5:00pm ET will go to print that evening.
• Proofs approved after 5:00pm ET will be sent to print the next business day.
• Due to the very quick turnaround times involved in our printing process, once you approve your proof(s) and pay for your order, you cannot submit new file(s) or make changes to the order.
• AutoFlight^SM currently supports ONLY PDF, TIFF, JPG, BMP, and flattened PSD file types

File Information

The first page of AutoFlight^SM will display your job number and job details as you submitted them during the order process as well as fields for selecting the files you wish to upload.

You will need to approve that your files meet the specifications required to print properly by checking each box in the File Submission Checklist:

• Files include proper bleeds, necessary fonts and at least 300 DPI resolution
• I understand that all colors will be converted to CMYK

Once you have checked these boxes, you may begin uploading your files by clicking on the "Choose My File" button(s) and selecting the correct files from your computer. Click Upload Files to continue.

Conversion, Preflight, and Proofing

AutoFlight^SM will automatically convert and preflight your file for printing and then generate a PDF proof for you to view and approve.

If AutoFlight^SM finds any problems with your files during the conversion or preflight process, you will be prompted to fix your files and re-upload. You can also contact our customer service department for file fixing services.

Proof Review

The proof review screen contains tools for approving your proof. You can:

• Rotate your proof
• View the front and back (or inside and outside) of your proof
• View larger low-resolution or high-resolution PDF files of your proof

There is also a Saving Your Proof for Later option if you have not purchased the job.

Confirmation

If your order has been paid for, when you click on the Approve Proof(s) button, your order will be finalized and your files will be sent to press for printing.

If you have not yet paid for your order and click on the Approve & Add to Cart button you will be brought to the shopping cart that allows you to pay for your purchase.