Printing Manual (Photoshop)

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1 1 NMU Art & Design Computer Lab Printing Manual (Photoshop) (Updated Fall 2015)

2 2 Contents Printing 11 X 17 Satin Canon ipf5100 Satin 3-6 Printing Large Format Epson 9900_Luster, Glossy or Matte 7-10 Printing 13 X 19 Matte Canon ipf5100 Matte Printing 13 X 19 Glossy Canon ipf5100 Glossy Printing 8.5 X 11 or 11 X 17 Xerox Phaser Monitor Brightness 20

3 NMU A&D Computer Lab Printing Instructions F2015 (Photoshop) IMPORTANT NOTE: MAKE SURE SCREEN BRIGHTNESS IS AT 50%. VARIATIONS IN SCREEN BRIGHTNESS WILL LEAD TO A FALSE PERCEPTION ABOUT YOUR IMAGE (See the final page of this manual for instructions.) Printing 11 X 17 Satin (Canon ipf5100 Satin) Step #1: On the computer that has the sign Canon ipf5100 Satin (figure A) open the program Photoshop. A link can be found directly in the Dock and Printing Apps icon (figure B - C) on the Dock at the bottom of the screen. 3 B. Printing Apps Icon in Dock A. Computer that prints to the Canon ipf5100 Satin C. Printing Apps Expanded Step #2: Open the image you want to print in Photoshop. You can do this by going to the File drop down menu, selecting Open and browsing to the image files location (figure D - E). Or simply drag and drop the file onto the Photoshop icon in the dock. Additionaly, double-clicking any.psd,.jpg, or.tiff files will open automatically in Photoshop. D. File Drop Down Menu E. File Browser

4 4 Step #3: View the image in the correct Proof Setup. This is an important step in the process because it allows you to see a more accurate representation of what your image will look like when printed. The correct profile (Proof Setup) to view your image in is the same title as the printer Canon ipf5100. Generally, this should be the default proof setup when opening Photoshop from this computer. However, it is a good idea to make sure and select in anyway. To do that go to the View drop down menu and select Canon ipf5100 Satin (figure F). Step #4: F. Proof Setup Selection Adjust your image. At this point it is a good idea to take a final look at your image to see if it is acceptable to you. Viewing your image in the Proof Setup for a specific printer can sometimes create drastic color shifts that you may not have intended for the image. Take the time now to make any final adjustments so you get something closer to what you orignally intended for the image. Step #5: Begin the printing process by confirming print settings. To begin the print process simply go the File drop down menu and select Print... (figure G). You should then see a dialog box that looks like the following (figure H): G. File Drop Down Menu H. Proper setttings for Print Dialog. Make sure your settings look like the ones above. Be sure to also make sure your orientation is correct. The preview on the left side should show you whether it is accurate or not. There are two small icons in the Printer Setup section that change this setting (figure I). I. Orientation selection icons.

5 5 Step #6: Confirm Print Settings. This is an important step because if there is a problem with this setting and the print is sent to the printer there will be an error caused that not many of the monitors know how to fix. For your sake and that of other students please check to make sure these settings are correct before sending the print. J. Print Settings Button To confirm the print settings, click on the Print Settings... button in the Print Dialog (figure J). You should then see another dialog box appear that allows adjustment of print settings like paper type, layout and paper size (figure K). We are concerned mainly with the Paper Size for this step. The correct size for this printer is 17X11 - DO NOT CHANGE!!! (figure K). Selecting any other paper size will cause an error when it is sent to the printer. However, generally, if you have selected the Canon ipf5100 Satin preset it should already be set to this paper size. However, someone may have changed it, and so it is always a good idea to check. Do note that this is a custom created size and is editable. Like the name implies this is not to be changed. K. Print Settings Dialog Next, select Main from the middle drop down menu. Confirm that your settings are how they appear in the next figure to the right (figure L). Make sure of the following: 1. Media Type is set to Satin Photographic Paper 240gsm. 2. Advanced Settings tab is selected. 3. Print Priority is set to Image Print Quality is set to Highest(600dpi) Input Bit Depth is set to 8-bit 4. Unidirectional Printing is selected as well as High Precision Printing. L. Correct Main Setting

6 6 Next, select Page Setup from the middle drop down menu. Confirm that your settings are how they appear in the next figure to the right (figure M). Make sure of the following: 1. Paper Source is set to Roll. 2. Print Centered box is checked. Once you have confirmed all settings from the previous figures click save. M. Correct Main Setting Step #7 In the Print Dialog click Print. Enjoy your print!

7 Printing Large Format (Epson 9900_Luster, Glossy or Matte) IMPORTANT: Always ask the monitor what paper is loaded. If it is different than what you need the monitor may or may not know how to change the paper. If not you willl need to use what is loaded or come back later. Step #1: On the computer that has the sign Epson 9900 (figure A) open the program Photoshop. A link can be found in the Printing Apps icon (figure B - C) on the Dock at the bottom of the screen. 7 B. Printing Apps Icon in Dock A. Computer that prints to the Epson 9900 C. Printing Apps Expanded Step #2: Open the image you want to print in Photoshop. You can do this by going to the File drop down menu, selecting Open and browsing to the image files D. File Drop Down Menu location (figure D - E). Or simply drag and drop the file onto the Photoshop icon in the dock. Additionaly, double-clicking any.psd,.jpg, or.tiff files will open automatically in Photoshop. E. File Browser Step #3: View the image in the correct Proof Setup. This is an important step in the process because it allows you to see a more accurate representation of what your image will look like when printed. The correct profile (Proof Setup) to view your image in is determined by what type of paper you want to use. The Epson 9900 prints to Luster, Glossy and Matte. To choose your paper profile go to the View drop down menu and select one of the profiles that says Epson 9900_Luster, Epson 9900_Glossy, or Epson 9900_ Matte (figure F). F. Proof Setup Selection

8 8 Step #4: Adjust your image. At this point it is a good idea to take a final look at your image to see if it is acceptable to you. Viewing your image in the Proof Setup for a specific printer can sometimes create drastic color shifts that you may not have intended for the image. Take the time now to make any final adjustments so you get something closer to what you orignally intended for the image. Step #5: Begin the printing process by confirming print settings. To begin the print process simply go the File drop down menu and select Print... (figure G). You should then see a dialog box that looks like the following (figure H): G. File Drop Down Menu H. Proper setttings for Print Dialog. Make sure your settings look like the ones above. The only differences being the paper size (you create your own custom sizes; later in this document) and Printer Profile (make sure this matches the paper you will be using) Be sure to also make sure your orientation is correct. The preview on the left side should show you whether it is accurate or not. There are two small icons in the Printer Setup section that change this setting (figure I). I. Orientation selection icons. Step 6: Confirm Print Settings. This is an important step because if there is a problem with this setting and the print is sent to the printer there will be an error caused that not many of the monitors know how to fix. For your sake and that of other students please check to make sure these settings are correct before sending the print. J. Print Settings Button

9 9 To confirm the print settings, click on the Print Settings... button in the Print Dialog (figure J). You should then see another dialog box appear that allows adjustment of print settings like paper type, layout and paper size (figure K). The main difference here from the Epson 4900 Luster (or any other printer we have) is that you MUST use a custom size. To create or use a custom size you need to click on the drop down menu titled Paper Size: (figure K). From this menu select the Manage Custom Sizes... option (Tip - never trust the sizes created by other people) (figure L). L. Manage Custom Sizes Option K. Print Settings Dialog After selecting the Manage Custom Sizes... option you should be presented with yet another dialog box that allows you to create or edit a custom size. To create a new size click on the + button and ener the size you need in the Paper Size: section (figure M). Sizes can be no larger than 44 wide due to the physical limitations of the printer. Remember that you are charged per vertical foot (height) from edge to edge, so keep that in mind when you are sizing and orienting your image for final printing. When you have confirmed the settings are correct click OK to leave the Custom Paper Sizes dialog and then click Save in the Print Settings dialog. M. Custom Paper Sizes Dialog Menu Step #7 In the Print Dialog click Print. Enjoy your print! PAY ATTENTION TO THE WARNING ON THE FOLOW- ING PAGE!!!

10 WARNING!!! Very large prints run the risk of splotches showing up in the print. This is because over time ink builds up on the print heads and during large prints has the potential to rub off. Another factor is variable humidity causes imperfections in the surface of the paper. If this happens you will unfortunately still be charged for the print. We have taken steps to minimize this problem but it can still occur. If this happens, you can contact the IT Support Specialist in Room 82 across the hall from the computer lab to reprint during normal business hours. Attempting a reprint on your own will likely lead to the same problem ocuring again and ultimately waste resources. A tip for all to consider when using the large format printer is to not attempt a print right before a deadline. The larger the print the more likely it is you will get an unwanted splotch of ink. Another tip is to make sure High Speed is unchecked in the Print Settings (figure N). This will help reduce the build up of excess ink on the print heads. N. Print Settings Dialog 10

11 Printing 13 X 19 Matte (Canon ipf5100 Matte) Step #1: 11 On the computer that has the sign Canon ipf5100 Matte (figure A) open the program Photoshop. A link can be found in the Printing Apps icon (figure B - C) on the Dock at the bottom of the screen. B. Printing Apps Icon in Dock A. Computer that prints to the Canon ipf5100 Matte C. Printing Apps Expanded Step #2: Open the image you want to print in Photoshop. You can do this by going to the File drop down menu, selecting Open and browsing to the image files location (figure D - E). Or simply drag and drop the file onto the Photoshop icon in the dock. Additionaly, double-clicking any.psd,.jpg, or.tiff files will open automatically in Photoshop. E. File Browser D. File Drop Down Menu Step #3: View the image in the correct Proof Setup. This is an important step in the process because it allows you to see a more accurate representation of what your image will look like when printed. The correct profile (Proof Setup) to view your image in is the same title as the printer Canon ipf5100 Matte. This computer prints to two different printers so it is a good idea to check which profile you are viewing the image in. To do that go to the View drop down menu and select Canon ipf5100 Matte (figure F). F. Proof Setup Selection

12 12 Step #4: Adjust your image. At this point it is a good idea to take a final look at your image to see if it is acceptable to you. Viewing your image in the Proof Setup for a specific printer can sometimes create drastic color shifts that you may not have intended for the image. Take the time now to make any final adjustments so you get something closer to what you orignally intended for the image. Step #5: Begin the printing process by confirming print settings. To begin the print process simply go to the File drop down menu and select Print... (figure G). You should then see a dialog box that looks like the following (figure H): G. File Drop Down Menu H. Proper setttings for Print Dialog. Make sure your settings look like the ones above. Be sure to also make sure your orientation is correct. The preview on the left side should show you whether it is accurate or not. There are two small icons in the Printer Setup section that change this setting (figure I). I. Orientation selection icons. Step 6: Confirm Print Settings. This is an important step because if there is a problem with these settings and the print is sent to the printer there will be an error caused that not many of the monitors know how to fix. For your sake and that of other students please check to make sure these settings are correct before sending the print.

13 13 To confirm the print settings, click on the Print Settings... button in the Print Dialog (figure J). You should then see another dialog box appear that allows adjustment of print settings like paper type, layout and paper size (figure K). We are concerned mainly with the Paper Size. The correct size for this printer is 13x19 (Super B) in (also see figure K). Selecting any other paper size will cause an error when it is sent to the printer. This error appears at th printes as a request to load roll paper. Generally, if you have selected the Canon ipf5100 Matte preset it should already be set to this paper size. However, someone may have changed it, and so it is always a good idea to check. J. Print Settings Button Unfortunately, Canon printers are drastically different from Epson printers and need several more settings confirmed before proceeding to print. The next thing you need to check is the Media Type and a few other things in the Main section of the Print Settings dialog. Make sure your settings look like the following (figure L): K. Print Settings Dialog Make sure Media Type is set to Premium Matte Paper, Print Quality is set to Highest(600dpi), and Unidirectional Printing is selected. (Continue to next page...) L. Correct Main Settings

14 In addition, you need to check on a few things in the Page Setup section of the Print Settings dialog. These settings should look like the following (figure M): Paper Source should always be set to Cassette If not the printer will ask to be loaded with roll paper which is not available in this lab and the print wil have to be cancelled, the printer reset, and you will need to start over. Finally, make sure Print Centered is selected. Once all the settings have been confirmed click save. 14 Step #7 In the Print Dialog click Print. Enjoy your print! M. Correct Page Setup Settings

15 Printing 13 X 19 Glossy (Canon ipf5100 Glossy) Step #1: 15 On the computer that has the sign Canon ipf5100 Glossy (figure A) open the program Photoshop. A link can be found in the Printing Apps icon (figure B - C) on the Dock at the bottom of the screen. B. Printing Apps Icon in Dock A. Computer that prints to the Canon ipf5100 Glossy C. Printing Apps Expanded Step #2: Open the image you want to print in Photoshop. You can do this by going to the File drop down menu, selecting Open and browsing to the image files location (figure D - E). Or simply drag and drop the file onto the Photoshop icon in the dock. Additionaly, double-clicking and.psd,.jpg, or.tiff files will open automatically in Photoshop. D. File Drop Down Menu E. File Browser

16 16 Step #3: View the image in the correct Proof Setup. This is an important step in the process because it allows you to see a more accurate representation of what your image will look like when printed. The correct profile (Proof Setup) to view your image in is the same title as the printer Canon ipf5100 Glossy. This computer prints to two different printers so it is a good idea to check which profile you are viewing the image in. To do that go to the View drop down menu and select Canon ipf5100 Glossy (figure F). Step #4: F. Proof Setup Selection Adjust your image. At this point it is a good idea to take a final look at your image to see if it is acceptable to you. Viewing your image in the Proof Setup for a specific printer can sometimes create drastic color shifts that you may not have intended for the image. Take the time now to make any final adjustments so you get something closer to what you orignally intended for the image. Step #5: Begin the printing process by confirming print settings. To begin the print process simply go to the File drop down menu and select Print... (figure G). You should then see a dialog box that looks like the following (figure H): G. File Drop Down Menu H. Proper setttings for Print Dialog. Make sure your settings look like the ones above. Be sure to also make sure your orientation is correct. The preview on the left side should show you whether it is accurate or not. There are two small icons in the Printer Setup section that change this setting (figure I). I. Orientation selection icons.

17 17 Step 6: Confirm Print Settings. This is an important step because if there is a problem with this setting and the print is sent to the printer there will be an error caused that not many of the monitors know how to fix. For your sake and that of other students please check to make sure these settings are correct before sending the print. J. Print Settings Button To confirm the print settings, click on the Print Settings... button in the Print Dialog (figure J). You should then see another dialog box appear that allows adjustment of print settings like paper type, layout and paper size (figure K). We are concerned mainly with the Paper Size. The correct size for this printer is 13 X 19 (Super B) in (figure L). Selecting any other paper size will cause an error when it is sent to the printer. Generally, if you have selected the Canon ipf5100 Glossy preset it should already be set to this paper size. However, someone may have changed it, and so it is always a good idea to check. Next, select Main from the middle drop down menu. Confirm that your settings are how they appear in the next figure to the right (figure L). Make sure of the following: K. Print Settings Dialog 1. Media Type is set to Glossy Photo Paper. 2. Advanced Settings tab is selected. 3. Print Priority is set to Image Print Quality is set to Highest(600dpi) Input Bit Depth is set to 8-bit 4. Unidirectional Printing is selected as well as High Precision Printing. L. Correct Paper Size Setting

18 Next, select Page Setup from the middle drop down menu. Confirm that your settings are how they appear in the next figure to the right (figure M). Make sure of the following: 1. Paper Source is set to Cassette. 2. Print Centered box is checked. Once you have confirmed all settings from the previous figures click save. Step #7 In the Print Dialog click Print. Enjoy your print!

19 Printing 8.5 X 11 & 11 X 17 (Xerox Phaser) Step #1: 19 On the computer that has the sign Xerox Phaser (figure A) open the program Photoshop. A link can be found in the Printing Apps icon (figure B - C) on the Dock at the bottom of the screen. B. Printing Apps Icon in Dock A. Computer that prints to the Xerox Phaser C. Printing Apps Expanded Step #2: Open the image you want to print in Photoshop. You can do this by going to the File drop down menu, selecting Open and browsing to the image files location (figure D - E). Or simply drag and drop the file onto the Photoshop icon in the dock. Additionaly, double-clicking and.psd,.jpg, or.tiff files will open automatically in Photoshop. D. File Drop Down Menu E. File Browser Step #3: View the image in the correct Proof Setup. This is an important step in the process because it allows you to see a more accurate representation of what your image will look like when printed. The correct profile (Proof Setup) to view your image in is the same title as the printer Xerox Phaser. This computer prints to two different printers so it is a good idea to check which profile you are viewing the image in. To do that go to the View drop down menu and select Xerox Phaser (figure F). F. Proof Setup Selection

20 20 Step #4: Adjust your image. At this point it is a good idea to take a final look at your image to see if it is acceptable to you. Viewing your image in the Proof Setup for a specific printer can sometimes create drastic color shifts that you may not have intended for the image. Take the time now to make any final adjustments so you get something closer to what you orignally intended for the image. Step #5: Begin the printing process by confirming print settings. To begin the print process simply go to the File drop down menu and select Print... (figure G). You should then see a dialog box that looks like the following (figure H): G. File Drop Down Menu H. Proper setttings for Print Dialog. Make sure your settings look like the ones above. Be sure to also make sure your orientation is correct. The preview on the left side should show you whether it is accurate or not. There are two small icons in the Printer Setup section that change this setting (figure I). I. Orientation selection icons. Step 6: Confirm Print Settings. This is an important step because if there is a problem with this setting and the print is sent to the printer there will be an error caused that not many of the monitors know how to fix. For your sake and that of other students please check to make sure these settings are correct before sending the print. J. Print Settings Button

21 21 To confirm the print settings, click on the Print Settings... button in the Print Dialog (figure J). You should then see another dialog box appear that allows adjustment of print settings like paper type, layout and paper size (figure K). We are concerned mainly with the Paper Size. The correct size for this printer is US Letter (8.5 x 11) or Tabloid (11 x 17) in (figure K - L). Selecting any other paper size will cause an error when it is sent to the printer. Generally, if you have selected the Xerox Phaser preset it should already be set to US Letter. However, someone may have changed it, and so it is always a good idea to check. When you have confirmed the settings are correct click Save. K. Print Settings Dialog w/us Letter Step #7 In the Print Dialog click Print. Enjoy your print! L. Print Settings Dialog w/tabloid

22 Adjusting Screen Brightness 22 Screen brightness is a very important part of the printing process. In our labs we calibrate monitors at 50% brightness. This is the point at which colors are represented the most accurately. Please do not adjust screen brightness up or down from 50%. If the brightness is adjusted your print will not be as accurate as you would like. There are two methods to check screen brightness: 1. Keyboard Shortcut - On the keyboard there are two buttons (F1 & F2) that adjust the screen brightness up or down (figure A). F1 adjusts the brightness down while F2 adjusts the brightness up. Pressing either of these buttons will display a brightness meter on the screen. It should be set to half way(figure B). A. Screen Brightness Keyboard Buttons B. Screen Brightness Meter 2. Displays Preference Pane - Another way is to use System Preferences to adjust the screen brightness. To do this go to the Apple in the upper left hand corner of the screen and select System Preferences (figure C). Next click on the Displays icon (Preference Pane) (figure D). The slider bar should be approximately in the middle (figure E). C. Apple Drop Down Menu D. System Preferences E. Displays Pref-Pane