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Preflight Print Files to Catch Problems Before They Print

Print shops discover low-resolution images, missing bleeds and wrong color modes after printing, wasting materials. Preflight submitted files and flag problems before production.

difficulty Intermediatesetup 30 minresult File problems get caught before printing — wasted materials and reprints from bad files drop sharply.
  1. 1

    Receive the Files

    Add a Webhook node capturing submitted print files.

  2. 2

    Run Preflight Checks

    Check resolution, bleeds, color mode and fonts against print specs.

  3. 3

    Flag the Problems

    Add a Gmail node telling the customer exactly what needs fixing.

  4. 4

    Clear for Print

    Only spec-compliant files proceed to production.

  5. 5

    Activate and Test

    Activate the workflow with a bad test file. Confirm problems are caught.

Frequently asked questions

Why preflight?

A low-res logo or missing bleed discovered after printing wastes materials and time — preflight catches it before the press runs.

Customer education?

Clear preflight feedback teaches customers to submit better files, reducing problems over time.

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