In the last three installments of
our PDF for print font inclusion FAQ, we dealt with detection and
prevention of missing font problems when preparing PDFs for print.
In this final installment, we address those instances
where proper procedures fail to solve font problems.
Q. Now that
I know how important it is to embed fonts in PDF print files, how do I
double-check my PDF after I create it?
A. Good plan! Checking your file before you send it to Copresco will save both of us time,
money and headaches. Verifying font inclusion is easily done.
Open your PDF file. In Acrobat 6 select
File>Document Properties> Fonts. In Acrobat 4 & 5 select
File> Document Info>Fonts>List All Fonts. Next to the name of
each font should appear “Embedded Subset” or just “Embedded.”
If not, something went wrong, for a font is missing
and the file will not print properly.
Q. But I
followed your instructions to the letter! What happened?
A. First, let’s verify your settings. In Distiller 6
select Settings>Edit Adobe PDF>Fonts. In Distiller 4&5 use
Settings>Job Options>Fonts. Confirm that the “Embed All Fonts”
and “Subset All Embedded Fonts Below: 100%” boxes are both checked and
that “When Embedding Fails” is set to “Cancel Job.”
So far, so good. Often overlooked are the “Always
Embed” and “Never Embed” lists. Are there any fonts on the “Never
Embed” list? If so, clear them! Be sure to save your Distiller settings
when you are through.
If the fonts that you cleared from Distiller’s “Never
Embed” list matched the ones that weren’t marked “Subsetted Embedded”
in Acrobat, you’ve solved your problem. Create a new PDF and List All
Fonts once again.
You now have Acrobat Distiller ideally configured to
eliminate font problems in printing.
Q. Great!
I’ll never again hear from Copresco about missing fonts.
A. Well...95% of the time anyway. There are still other factors
outside of Distiller’s control that are much less common. But, that is
fodder for another series, another time. We wouldn’t want Lite to get too heavy.
Copresco’s
enhanced files transfer system is easier than ever to use. It’s as
convenient as web access, as simple as e-mail and as reliable as FTP.
Just go to our website, click on Send Us A Job and
follow the on-screen instructions.
After your files have been transferred, you’ll get a
confirmation with an upload tracking number that stays with your job
throughout the production cycle.
You
have probably noticed from your invoices that UPS has upped its prices
2.9% on commercial ground and domestic air services.
UPS has, however, improved its delivery times to
major cities across the country. In many cases, you won’t gain time by
shipping via air rather than by ground.
Copresco has extensive shipping experience and
understands the nuances of the various carriers. This ensures that you
will always get the best advice—and price—from Copresco.
According
to the Government Commerce Department, overall paper prices increased
over 13% from 1993 to 2003.
From 1994 to 1996, paper prices jumped 28%. In 1996,
prices actually declined by 7.5% and by 6% in 1997. In 1998, prices
rose less than 1% and in 1999, there was a 4% decrease. In 2000, there
was a 6.5% increase, in 2001, a 1% rise, and in 2002, a 4% jump. No
figures have been reported for 2004, but in 2003, prices again
increased by 1%.
For
the fourth year, Copresco has been named to the Quick Print Giants list by
Graphic Arts Monthly magazine.
Copresco ranked 71st on a list of 100 printers in the
nation that was published by the industry trade magazine.
“Our reputation for fast turn-around qualifies us for
the Giants list, but our customers know that we are a national leader
in digital technology and on-demand printing of books and manuals,”
says Copresco president
Steve Johnson.
So, when you need digital printing in a hurry, call
the company that’s a giant in the industry. Call Copresco.
Copresco
has increased
production capacity by 35% with the installation of our fifth Canon
Imagerunner digital press.
Watch for details in next month’s
Overnight Lite or visit our
website.
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