PrintProof

PrintProof is a web + desktop companion app that preflights design files for real-world production, not just “looks fine on screen.” Designers upload PDFs/AI/IDML exports and get a clear, prioritized report: missing/embedded fonts, overprint and knockout issues, spot vs CMYK conflicts, rich black misuse, low effective DPI, unsafe transparencies, bleed/trim problems, and suspicious thin strokes. It also generates a printer-friendly “fix pack” (flattened PDF/X variants, outlined-font version, and a checklist) so freelancers can deliver with confidence. This is a combination traditional + AI app: traditional rules handle deterministic checks, while AI flags likely human mistakes (e.g., inconsistent margins, accidental color shifts, mismatched page sizes) and explains fixes in plain language. It’s not a full design tool—just a ruthless gatekeeper that reduces reprints, delays, and embarrassing client calls.