Tektronix 380 manual Adobe Photoshop, Pantone, Other applications

Printing Basics 3

Adobe Photoshop

The PhaserPrintª software plug-in operates within the Photoshop application to improve the image data transfer time from your computer to your printer. Use the installer application on the printerÕs CD-ROM or diskettes to install the PhaserPrint software plug-in. The Þle is installed automatically with Easy Install. Refer to the instructions on installing the printerÕs software. Once the Þle is installed, open the File menu, choose Export, and select PhaserPrint to make printing selections. Refer to the on-line manuals on the printerÕs CD-ROM for details on using the PhaserPrint software plug-in.

Pantone

If you are using an application that produces PANTONE Colors, see the on-line manual on the printerÕs CD-ROM for information on color library Þles available for speciÞc applications

Other applications

To use the printer with Adobe PageMaker or Macromedia FreeHand, and other applications, use the installer application on the printerÕs CD-ROM or diskettes to install the PPD printer description Þles. Refer to the instructions on installing the printerÕs software. Once the Þles are installed, you can use them to set up a PPD-driven printer driver, such as the Apple LaserWriter 8.3.4 or AdobePS 4 for your printer.

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