Create New Printing Specs

  • Click on the Settings tab.
  • Click on the Printing Specs sub-tab.
  • Click on New Specification.
  • Enter the name of the process in the Process Name text field.
  • Enter the Specification Name in the Name text field and a brief description of how this collateral element needs to be produced. This information is accessible to creative agencies and print vendors.
  • Click on Save to submit changes.

Note

  • You can add more than one Specification Name by clicking on the green Add + button.
  • The Usage box is automatically populated by the system. It shows other collateral elements using the same specifications.

View / Change Collateral Specifications

  • Click on the Settings tab.
  • Click on the Collateral sub-tab.
  • Scroll to find the Collateral Type you are looking for.
  • You can also use the search box located next to the New Collateral button. This is a dynamic search that will filter the results as you type. It will only search for the collateral name.
  • Once you’ve found the collateral, click on the collateral name to view the specifications for the element.
  • Make changes if necessary.
  • Click on Cancel if no changes have been made.
  • Click on Save to submit changes.

Note

  • The usage table shows a list of collateral types using these specifications.

Upload Dieline

A dieline is used in graphic design as a placeholder for assisting in the proper layout of a document that will be diecut as part of the finishing process. It is usually placed into the graphic's computer file as a separate layer for sizing and orientation purposes. A dieline is usually not printed on the final piece but is used to determine correct layout.

  • Dielines are traditionally used when designing:

    • Envelopes
    • Pocket folders
    • Packaging
    • Signs with specific shape

To upload dileine to your specs:

  • Scroll to Dieline section
  • Click on Browse and find file to upload
  • Click Upload (wait for file to show in a list)
  • Place checkmark in front of the dielines you want to made available for download
  • Click Save

Note

  • You can upload multiple dielines to specifications
  • Print Vendor and Creative Agency can see specs and download selected dielines