This hot folder converts the incoming TIFF files to PDF files that include defined geometry definitions.

General steps for creating a hot folder

Setting up the Convert to PDF hot folder

  1. In the Hot folder type list, select Convert to PDF.
  2. Set the hot folder options as needed.
  3. Click Save.

Hot folder options for Convert to PDF

OptionSettingsNotes
Trim box

Fit to die

Fit to media box

Custom

Fit to die snaps the trim box around the die.

Fit to media snaps the trim box around the media box.

Custom allows you to specify the dimensions and placement (offset) of the trim box by typing values in the  and  boxes for Size and Offset.

Media box

Relative to image

Relative to page

Relative to trim box

Select a setting to specify the dimensions and placement of the media box, and then type Left, Right, Top, and Bottom values to define the media box relative to the selected setting.

BleedCheck box

Select this check box to add a bleed around the trim box, and then type the Left, Right, Top, and Bottom bleed values to define the bleed relative to the trim box.