Since simplified samples are made with sampling machines and printed with digital printers, they can have a couple of limitations:
- They can only be printed using CMYK, therefore Pantone or white ink cannot be used. If you want to test Pantone or white ink, opt for a Press Proof or Pre-production Sample instead.
- Because these are printed with digital printers, colors will not be accurate to final production and they will be duller (pictured on the left). If you would like an accurate color representation, consider getting a Print Proof as well.
- There may be creases and tears, particularly along fold lines (pictured on the right), and can be harder to fold.
- Due to more streamlined drying processes, flute lines may be more visible.