Updated on August 24, 2026

Can I request physical material or print samples before production?

Yes. Customers may request physical material samples, print samples, or finishing references where available.

However, sample prints are mainly intended for general reference purposes such as:

  • material texture
  • finishing appearance
  • print concept
  • surface feel
  • overall presentation

Sample prints are not intended to serve as exact final mass production color proofs.

This is because sample production and mass production may involve:

  • different production methods
  • different machines
  • different material batches
  • different finishing conditions
  • different ink and setup calibration

In commercial printing production, mass production may also involve:

  • mold or setup costs
  • machine calibration for quantity production
  • minimum order quantity (MOQ) requirements
  • different production workflow conditions

As a result, final mass production output may still differ slightly from sample prints in:

  • color appearance
  • print density
  • finishing texture
  • surface reflection
  • overall visual appearance

Not all products are eligible for test print or sample print services. 

Customers are advised to contact Customer Support to confirm whether a product supports test printing before placing an order.

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