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Entering custom CMYK settings


    Use the following instructions to create a custom CMYK profile.

To create a custom CMYK profile:

  1. Do one of the following:
    • In Windows and Mac OS 9.x, choose Edit > Color Settings.
    • In Mac OS X, choose Photoshop > Color Settings.
  2. Under Working Spaces, choose Custom CMYK from the CMYK menu.
  3. For Name, enter a new name for the custom profile if desired. However, because the default name automatically reflects changes that you make to the Custom CMYK settings, it is recommended that you accept the default name.
  4. For Ink Colors, choose an ink type. (See Specifying ink colors.)
  5. For Dot Gain, specify a value. (See Specifying dot gain.)
  6. Specify separation options. (See Adjusting the separation type and black generation.)
  7. Click OK.
  8. Save the custom profile. (See Saving and loading working space profiles.)