Graphics Reference
In-Depth Information
14. Proofing and Printing Documents
What You'll Do
Use Spell Check
Use the Custom Dictionary
Find and Replace Text and Elements
Find and Change Fonts
Print a Document
Print with Presets
Set General Print Options
Set Marks and Bleed Options
Set Graphics Options
Preview Color Separations
Set Output Options
Set Advanced Options
Set Color Management Options
Check for Print Problems
Insert File Information
Use the Document Info Panel
Introduction
The Print command is probably the most used of all Illustrator's print options. The Print
command is a portal to other menus that let you control specific printing functions, such
as crop marks and bleeds, output ink, graphics, and color management. Color separations
divide artwork into four plates by color, known as process colors. Each plate represents a
CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Black) color. The Separations Preview panel allows
you to preview color separations on your screen. You can preview spot color objects and
check forrichblack areas andoverprinting. Ifyoufrequently usecustom settings tosendan
Illustrator document to a local printer or commercial printer for printing, you can save time
by creating a preset. Before you print your document, it's important to check the Summary
category in the Print dialog box. The summary information is good to have if you're having
problems printing your job at a commercial printer.
