When preparing files for print, PPC only accepts PDF files, but don’t worry—it’s easy to create one directly from InDesign. You can even set up a custom PDF preset to streamline the process for future use. Here’s how to set up a preset that will ensure your file is ready to go without any hassle.
Step-by-Step Guide to Setting Up a PDF Preset in InDesign
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Go to File > PDF Preset > Define…
To start, navigate to File in the menu, then choose PDF Preset followed by Define…. This opens the dialog box where you can manage your PDF presets. -
Create a New Preset
- Select Press Quality from the list.
- Click New… to create a custom preset.
- Name your preset something recognizable, like “PPC Press” or “For Printer,” so you can easily find it later.
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Adjust Compatibility Settings
- Under Compatibility, change it to Acrobat 4 for the time being.
- Uncheck Optimize for Fast Web View.
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Set Color Settings
- Go to the Output tab.
- Under Color Conversion, select No Color Conversion.
- For Profile Inclusion Policy, choose Don’t Include Profiles.
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Adjust Font Settings
- Click over to the Advanced tab.
- Under the Subset Fonts section, set the percentage of characters used to less than 2%.
- Ensure nothing is checked in the OPI section.
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Set Transparency Flattener
- In the Advanced tab, set the Transparency Flattener preset to [High Resolution].
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Set Compatibility
- Change the Compatibility setting to Acrobat 7 or 8 for best results.
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Finalize the Preset
- Click OK in the bottom-right corner.
- A window will appear showing the list of your available presets. Make sure your new preset is listed, then click Done.
Why This Helps
By creating a preset like this, you can quickly export your InDesign files into a print-ready PDF every time, without needing to manually adjust these settings for each project. This ensures that your PDFs meet the specifications needed by PPC while saving you time and effort on future print projects.
With this setup, you'll always have a reliable, consistent PDF output ready for printing with just a few clicks.
When preparing files for print, PPC only accepts PDF files, but don’t worry—it’s easy to create one directly from InDesign. You can even set up a custom PDF preset to streamline the process for future use. Here’s how to set up a preset that will ensure your file is ready to go without any hassle.
Step-by-Step Guide to Setting Up a PDF Preset in InDesign
-
Go to File > PDF Preset > Define…
To start, navigate to File in the menu, then choose PDF Preset followed by Define…. This opens the dialog box where you can manage your PDF presets. -
Create a New Preset
- Select Press Quality from the list.
- Click New… to create a custom preset.
- Name your preset something recognizable, like “PPC Press” or “For Printer,” so you can easily find it later.
-
Adjust Compatibility Settings
- Under Compatibility, change it to Acrobat 4 for the time being.
- Uncheck Optimize for Fast Web View.
-
Set Color Settings
- Go to the Output tab.
- Under Color Conversion, select No Color Conversion.
- For Profile Inclusion Policy, choose Don’t Include Profiles.
-
Adjust Font Settings
- Click over to the Advanced tab.
- Under the Subset Fonts section, set the percentage of characters used to less than 2%.
- Ensure nothing is checked in the OPI section.
-
Set Transparency Flattener
- In the Advanced tab, set the Transparency Flattener preset to [High Resolution].
-
Set Compatibility
- Change the Compatibility setting to Acrobat 7 or 8 for best results.
-
Finalize the Preset
- Click OK in the bottom-right corner.
- A window will appear showing the list of your available presets. Make sure your new preset is listed, then click Done.
Why This Helps
By creating a preset like this, you can quickly export your InDesign files into a print-ready PDF every time, without needing to manually adjust these settings for each project. This ensures that your PDFs meet the specifications needed by PPC while saving you time and effort on future print projects.
With this setup, you'll always have a reliable, consistent PDF output ready for printing with just a few clicks.