Checklist thesis paper

Printing and binding require the DIN A4 standard format and manageable print runs of 1 to 6 copies, with a processing time of three hours.

Initially, it is still unclear on which day it will be submitted or handed in. Therefore, set up a placeholder for the date. Then verify that the date indicated on the cover sheet matches the actual date of submission or that it is even entered.

Avoid double spaces in the document. These are easy to overlook and present an unnecessary annoyance for the reader. Using the search function (Ctrl F), two consecutive spaces in the text can be located.

You should double-check the page numbers at the end. Due to page and formatting breaks, the count may quickly differ.

Also compare the table of contents of the finished thesis with the document again. Make sure that the chapter headings match and that the page numbers given in the table of contents are correct.

Likewise, check all illustrations appearing in the body text. Often the order changes during the work process or an illustration is deleted – then it could happen that, for example, Fig. 3 absurdly follows Fig. 6. If necessary, also keep an eye on lists of figures.

When referencing other locations in the work, you should continue to be cautious. Verify that the illustration numbers and page numbers are up to date.

The following rule applies to double-sided printing. Front pages are right-hand pages, with centered or right-aligned odd numbers. Back sides are left-lying pages, with centered or left-aligned straight numbers. Chapter beginnings are right-hand pages, or front pages, in accordance with the rules, and are accordingly paginated with an odd page number.

… and not from Word, PowerPoint, Excel, CorelDraw, InDesign, LaTeX, Affinity, or other application files. The only implementable file formats for us external service providers are print-ready PDF or, better, PDF/X files. After converting your PDF file from your application program, repeatedly check it for correct processing and implementation of all content. For more information on this and other digital printing topics, see our digital printing guide.

Even if your document is set up according to the requirements of the examination office from the beginning, it should still be checked at the end. Despite many changes, deviations often creep in unnoticed. Ensure that the cover page, margins, font, and font size, as well as any additional documents such as the declaration of independence, are in line with the formal requirements.

Incorrect links can cause PDF documents to open only on the user’s own computer. There may also be problems with compatibility between Mac and Windows.

since the print servers are overloaded with absurdly many layers, transparencies, hatchings, and points. In many application programs, such as Vectorworks, we recommend the option to “export as raster PDF with 300 dpi” or “export as print-ready PDF” as a precaution. You can also manually convert vector graphics to PNG files and insert them into your PDF. You can identify problematic files by long loading times and sluggish page loading.

Despite the utmost care, errors are only apparent when the final sample is reviewed at the printing house. Then, having your own laptop helps with the possibility of correcting on the spot. printy is also trying to solve minor text and layout problems with its own PDF special programs. Unfortunately, this doesn’t always work out, and additional services also mean additional costs.

A thesis could also be frantically thrown into a mailbox late at night in the hope of meeting a deadline. You should not do this. Find out when the relevant collection point is open. Office representatives with different hours may also be responsible – it is therefore helpful to contact the homepage of the respective examination office or information point in a timely manner before submission.