Using the Ink Assignment Chart to find the correct Ink Assignment order

Using the Ink Assignment Chart to find the correct Ink Assignment order

Setting up your Print Environments ink assignment isn't always as simple as following the order of ink in your printer. Sometimes your ink assignment should be CMYK and sometimes KCMY and when you add extra channels like Orange and Blue it can be even more confusing. Ergosoft offers a tool that helps you ensure the correct settings. 

Sending an Ink Assignment Chart

  1. To send an Ink Assignment chart to your printer, click "Linearization & Profile Tools" within the "Tools" Menu, followed by selecting "Print Ink Assignment Chart".

  2. When this window pops, up Click "Print".
The result will e.g. look as follows.

Print Environment Settings

The printed sample shows the order you should use in the "Printing Ink Assignment" section within your Print Environment Settings.




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