Proof portal quick start guide

We want to make proof review and approval as fast, painless, and accurate as possible. Here are the four most important things to know if you're new the our proofing system.

  • 1: Login
    • Use the email and temporary password to log in for the first time
    • Edit the password and add any other info you'd like on your profile.
  • 2: View Orders & Jobs
    • Navigate to the Orders or Jobs tab in the left side menu
    • Orders can contain multiple print items
    • Jobs refer to individual print items in an order
    • Find the items to review and approve in the Jobs tab
  • 3: Review Proof
    • Double click an item to view the proof
    • Check all relevant info, spelling, and job specifications
    • If changes are needed you can reject and re-upload the correct file
    • Leave a message in the message window if needed
  • 4: Approve
    • If the file and all the details look good click Approve to finish the proof process
    • Your job will move into production
For more info and tips and tricks beyond the quick start guide here is a more throughogh review of our proofing system

Accessing Your Proofs

When your files are ready for review, you'll receive an email with a link to access your proof. Click the link to view your proof in our portal.

Reviewing Your Proof

When viewing your proof, you can:

• Zoom Use the zoom controls to examine details closely
• Multi-page files Navigate between pages using the page selector if your file has multiple pages
• Compare revisions If there have been previous versions, you can compare them to see what's changed
• View production specifications See details like dimensions, quantity, and other job specifications

Adding Comments

To provide feedback:

1. Click the messaging tool on the right side of the screen
2. Type your message in the text box
3. Use annotation tools to mark specific areas:
4. Click send to submit your comments

Taking Action

After reviewing your proof, you have three main options:

1. "Approve": Click "Approve" if everything looks correct and you're ready for printing
2. "Reject": Click "Reject" if changes are needed, and provide details about the required changes
3. "Request Revision": If you need to submit a new file, select this option

Important Tips

• You can view the complete history of comments and changes at any time
• For urgent assistance, contact your account manager directly
• Save the proof portal link for easy access to your project

Upload Guidelines

When uploading new files:

• Accepted formats: PDF preferred
• Ensure your files are print-ready
• Include any special instructions in the comments

Need Help?

If you need assistance with the proof portal, please contact us:

• Email: hello@normansprintery.com
• Phone: 201-652-7272
• Business Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm EST

Thank you for using Norman's Printery's proof portal. We're committed to ensuring your printed materials meet your exact specifications.

  • 24/7 Online Access
    • Review your proofs anytime, anywhere
    • No special software needed - just click the email link
  • Interactive Markup Tools
    • Point out changes directly on the proof
    • Add comments and annotations exactly where needed
    • Communicate clearly with our prepress team
  • Version Control & History
    • See all previous versions of your proof
    • Compare revisions side by side
    • Track all comments and changes in one place
  • Simple Approval Process
    • Clear approve/reject buttons
    • Upload new files if needed
    • Get email notifications when action is required