1D | QC Review Feedback | 2703 & 2706

Last Updated: July 23, 2026

QC Review Feedback

OVERVIEW

This section provides quality-control feedback on the master file, with a focus on waistband and pocket setup, artboard spacing, layer-locking practices, and key alignment checks. The goal is to highlight a few targeted revisions while also explaining the review process used to verify the file’s accuracy and readiness. Overall, this is a strong first full master, and the feedback is intended to help refine the file and reinforce a repeatable QC workflow. Review the notes and walkthrough carefully, and use them as a guide for making updates and confirming each element is set up correctly.

STEP-by-STep guide

QC Review Process for the Shorts Master File

1. Start with a quick visual review of the layouts 0:00

• Review the different versions/artboards first before opening anything.
• Check obvious issues at a glance:
  • waistband visibility
  • pocket spacing
  • logo/number placement
  • size label placement
• Note anything that looks off, but don’t change anything yet.

2. Check spacing, alignment, and missing placeholders 0:40

• Turn on the waistband if it already exists as a separate panel.
• Make sure the waistband is included and positioned correctly.
• Use a spacer or consistent spacing method so pockets look uniform.
• Verify logo and number placement, especially on longer shorts.
• Confirm branding alignment and size spacing across all versions.
• If a size has no image, use a placeholder like “no image available.”

3. Verify artboard order and version naming 2:24

• Make sure size labels are in the correct order.
• Put YS and YM at the top if that is the intended hierarchy.
• Confirm version naming is correct, including lowercase/uppercase formatting.
• Check that any flipped artwork is actually oriented correctly.

4. Open the file and inspect layer locking 5:37

• Review how the file is locked when it is saved.
• Locking is useful for production, but it can slow down design edits.
• Only lock the layers that should stay fixed.
• Keep editable layers unlocked when the file is still being worked on.
• Make sure key items like client info and locked elements are actually locked.

5. Rebuild spacing by using guides and artboard measurements 10:14

• Use the spacing between existing elements as the reference.
• Create guides to match the distance between panels/artboards.
• Duplicate that spacing consistently across the layout.
• If a section needs more room, adjust the spacing intentionally rather than eyeballing it.
• Keep the artboards aligned so the review process is easier.

6. Reset nudged elements by copying and pasting 15:06

• If multiple elements were accidentally nudged, don’t manually fix each one.
• Copy and paste the correct base elements to reset them.
• This is faster and reduces the chance of introducing new alignment errors.
• Reapply the waistband after resetting the layout if needed.

7. Recreate the header and version structure 17:27

• If the layout is getting too wide, move the header into a more compact arrangement.
• Drop the header into a new row if necessary.
• Align the header left and then lock it again.
• Save the updated version with the correct version number (for example, 0.5 or v5 depending on the workflow).

8. Rebuild artboards for the second and third sections 19:51

• Lock the elements that should not move.
• Use guides to place the artboards in a clean grid.
• Create the second section’s artboards first, then build the third section.
• Keep the artboards grouped and aligned so they are easy to review.
• Make sure the spacing between artboards is consistent across sections.

9. Fix stretched text and preserve typography 40:55

• If text has been stretched, do not leave it distorted.
• Use direct selection to edit the shape or path instead of scaling the text itself.
• Rebuild the text area so the font stays clean and unwarped.
• This keeps the master file production-ready.

10. Verify pocket, sew, and cut layers by turning layers on and off 44:42

• Hide and show layers to inspect the pocket structure.
• Use the cut and sew layers to confirm whether the arrows face the same direction.
• If the arrows do not match, the pocket is likely flipped incorrectly.
• Check each size/version individually.
• If something looks wrong, work backward to identify which layer or duplicate caused the issue.

11. Rebuild missing pocket pieces and correct layer placement 59:28

• If a pocket, sew line, or cut line is missing, add it back manually.
• Make sure each pocket has the correct sew and cut components.
• Move items into the correct layer group:
  • pocket
  • sew
  • cut
• Use copy/paste into the correct layer to avoid rebuilding from scratch.
• Confirm the pocket structure by toggling visibility again.

12. Confirm arrow direction and reflection consistency 01:09:23

• Check that all reflected pieces face the correct direction.
• Use hover indicators and arrow direction as the main verification method.
• Left/right pieces should consistently point the same way across the file.
• If one side looks off, compare it against a known-correct piece.

13. Align registration marks and player information 01:10:52

• Use registration bars to establish alignment.
• Line up the marks using guides and edge references.
• For player information, align the symbols without moving the clipping mask or clipart.
• Move the symbol inside the mask, not the artwork container itself.
• Keep left/right color coding consistent so the correct side is easy to identify.

14. Final QC summary and workflow guidance 01:43:50

• This is the first full master, so the overall work is strong.
• The main goal is to verify and clean up the file before production.
• Once the base structure is correct, bring back the remaining elements:
  • waistband
  • pockets
  • liner
• Lock finished headings and stable elements so they do not shift.
• The file may be marked as failed for QC, but the work is still a very good first pass.
• Use the same process on the backside to keep height and alignment consistent.

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