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Profile for Purpose

The profiling workflow is not only printer specific, but can be a very subjective process depending on the individual making the profile. The fundamental principle of profiling is to clearly state your purpose. When you decide on how you are going to Profile for Purpose, it will always result in greater accuracy, better quality, and improved results. Knowing the intended type of output can help guide your choices about how you make your specific profile.

Be sure to read Profiling Fundamentals and Getting Started - Preparing to Profile before continuing with these instructions.

Profiling Step By Step

The Profiling Step By Step provides detailed information for each step. This general workflow covers a halftone printing method using CMYKcm ink configurations and provides a baseline for understanding the profiling process. The information provided here is meant to guide you through making the best possible choices.

Once you have reviewed this section -  See Tips & Tricks for additional information about different profiling scenarios.

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