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1. One method is to obtain printed sample pages (see the bottom of this page) from us and compare those printed pages to the same pages on your screen. You will then want to adjust the colors of your monitor to match our printout. For example, if your sample pages appear more "red" (magenta) than your screen shows them, you can increase the red cast of your monitor to show are more accurate representation of our printout.
2. Another method is to convert your images from RGB to CMYK. This will give you a closer onscreen view of how the color will appear in print. While you can use this method, it is not recommended. Keeping your images in RGB will result in more accurate, and better, color.
3. For users of Adobe Create Suite software, you can use the View>Proof Setup option to view your proof using the CMYK Working Space (Coated GRACol 2006 Color Space, see the Software Settings below).
Gorham Printing cannot provide software support for your specific software. We recommend learning more about color management settings from your software manufacturer. Also, be aware that changing default color management settings can result in unexpected color changes in your file, make changes carefully.
Our high-quality printers print in CMYK color and are calibrated to G7 color standards. We calibrate and test daily to insure that our color is consistent from day-to-day for visual accuracy.
Your monitor will not likely match our printout. So which version is correct, your home computer or our printout? Our printers are calibrated daily to a known standard. Your monitor may show an inaccurate view of your file in many ways; the color may be off (it can be too blue, too red, or too yellow, for example), or your monitor can be too bright. Essentially, your monitor is misleading you, by showing you an incorrect view of your file. To achieve best color, you will need to first purchase sample pages or a printed proof, and if you see anything you would like to change about the color, you will need to adjust your file, and re-submit for another printed proof or more sample pages.
