You can view many types of files in Smart Review, and some files can be proofed for color accuracy using the Matchprint Virtual technology.
File type | Can view in Smart Review | Can proof with Matchprint Virtual |
---|---|---|
.ai | X | |
.bmp | X | |
.dcs | ||
.doc/.docx | X | |
.eps (except for separated/multi-file EPS) | X | |
.gif | X | |
.ic3 |
| X |
.jpg | ||
.png | X | |
.ps | ||
.psd |
| X |
.tif | ||
.txt (a plain text file; contrast with a binary file) | X |
Color proofing file limitations
Files that you want to color proof in Smart Review using Matchprint Virtual must meet the following requirements:
- PS and PDF files must be composite files.
- PS and PDF files can use CMYK or RGB color space conversion for rendering, spot colors, and transparency.
- DCS files can include spot colors.
- JPEG and TIFF files can use CMYK or RGB color space conversion during rendering, but other color spaces are not supported.
- JPEG and TIFF files that use spot colors are not supported.
Adobe file limitations
- Only Adobe Creative Suite (CS) versions 2 and later are supported for Adobe Photoshop files and Adobe Illustrator files. Earlier versions of files may work but cannot be guaranteed.
- Thumbnails are correctly generated for Photoshop (.psd) files only when you save the files in the Photoshop CS software with the Maximize Compatibility option selected.
- Thumbnails are generated for Illustrator (.ai) files only when you save the files in the Illustrator software with the Create PDF Compatible File option selected.