DTP (Desktop Publishing) Quality Control

TIMESTRANS Desktop Publishing (DTP) Process

Linguistic Sign-Off (LSO)

• Once page layout has been finalized and screen captures and other graphics have been inserted, the document may be proofread by a reviewer responsible for the final linguistic quality and accuracy of the deliverable.
• LSO should be carried out before Final DTP QA. The reviewer feedback will be implemented by the DTP specialist.
• Manual will be sent to LSO in PDF format.
• Reviewers should insert comment notes to the PDF with changes to be implemented by DTP specialist.

Final DTP Quality Assurance

• Final formatting verification of localized files against source files, either on screen or on printed copies.
• Full QA of DTP work to ensure document layout, fonts, styles, index entries, TOC and cross-references are accurate.
• The DTP Specialist must use the checklist to qualify the errors found.
• Senior DTP Specialist should be responsible for this task. Feedback must be given to DTP specialists responsible for DTP formatting.

Client Review

• Done on a sample of formatted material – This review is usually scheduled at the beginning of the DTP process to ensure formatting and technical specifications are being followed.
• Done on finalized material – QA check of the files delivered by TIMESTRANS. Corrective actions, if any, will take place immediately after client’s feedback.