How to Change Unit of Measure in Ergosoft RIP

How to Change the Unit of Measure in Ergosoft RIP

Applies to: Ergosoft RIP

Use this when:

  • You want to switch between centimeters and inches
  • The ruler or job dimensions are displayed in the wrong unit
  • You need consistent measurement units for your workflow

Problem / Question

The unit of measure (e.g. centimeters or inches) in Ergosoft RIP does not match your requirements.

Solution / Work-Around

Change the Unit of Measure

  1. Open Ergosoft RIP
  2. Navigate to Tools
  3. Select Application Defaults
  4. Open the Display section
  5. Change the Unit of Measure to your preferred unit (e.g. centimeters or inches)

Apply the Changes

After changing the unit:

  • Open a new job to apply the change
  • Restart the PrintQueue to ensure consistency

FAQ

Q: Why doesn’t the unit change immediately?
A: Existing jobs and active queues retain their settings. The change only applies to new jobs and after restarting the PrintQueue.

Q: Where can I see the unit of measure?
A: It is visible in elements such as the job ruler.

Q: Can I switch units at any time?
A: Yes, you can change the unit of measure whenever needed.

Quick Help Video

This video explains how to change the unit of measure in Ergosoft RIP and what steps are required for the change to take effect in new jobs and the PrintQueue.

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