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How to Name Your Spot Data in Illustrator

In order for ProductionHouse to correctly distinguish and address Spot data, naming conventions for this data must be adhered to both in the image editing creation stage and the Rip. While using the default name Spot 1, is the simplest route requiring the fewest number of steps, there may be instances when using something other than this is desirable. For instance, when data is created by one individual and printed by another, naming spot data may make desired output results more clear. As well, if English is not your native language, use a name that is more meaningful in your language to be more effective. Please do not use the name "White" as this color flags ProductionHouse to be treated in a particular manner not desired for this workflow.

Procedure

  1. When you create a new Spot Swatch in Illustrator, edit the name and replace it with your preferred name.
    Spot Ink Swatch
  2. Edit the media to be used for this data in Media Manager, replacing the default name Spot 1, with your newly created name.
    Change Name
  3. Open file in Preflight and access the Color Management/Edit Profiles tab. Click on Spot Channel Replacement box.
    Spot Channel Replacement
  4. Enter the new name in PostScript Spot Color Name in Spot 1 space.
  5. Click OK to save your settings.