Nadia Petrov, 4OVER4 customer education voice (illustration)
Nadia Petrov Customer Education Lead at 4OVER4.COM

Nadia is our customer education voice, built from the knowledge of our production team, with over 20 years in printing.

Question

What is the difference between a sample and a hard copy proof?

Answer

A sample and a hard copy proof serve two different purposes, so it helps to know which one you actually need.

TypeWhat it showsBest for
SampleThe paper or stock itself, printed or unprintedChoosing the right material before you design
Hard copy proofYour own artwork printed on stockConfirming color and layout before a full run

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