We have several customers that submit large quantities of randomly sized files. For example, we received 100 files on Monday for a job due tomorrow. The files have to be checked, sheeted (some for double sided), nested, and cut lines added before going into print. Does anyone work with Enfocus or othe Pre-press software that claims to check resolution, add bleeds, add cut lines etc.? Can you share your experience?
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Enfocus Pre-Press Software
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Pauly
Printrade.com.au
Enfocus pitstop server is probably what you need.
That will check bleeds, add beeds, add cut paths. Etc (you'll still need to set it up to do that)
Pitstop server comes with a basic version of switch so you can rout jobs though different folders depending on variables.
Nesting you'll need tilia Griffin on top of that.
Check resolution can be a tricky one as you're either checking to 1 specific size or have reference data.
If you need reference data if the file are different sizes etc, you'll need extra modules for Enfocus Switch.
There is a huge learning curve it all functions.
Also it ads up very quickly.
That will check bleeds, add beeds, add cut paths. Etc (you'll still need to set it up to do that)
Pitstop server comes with a basic version of switch so you can rout jobs though different folders depending on variables.
Nesting you'll need tilia Griffin on top of that.
Check resolution can be a tricky one as you're either checking to 1 specific size or have reference data.
If you need reference data if the file are different sizes etc, you'll need extra modules for Enfocus Switch.
There is a huge learning curve it all functions.
Also it ads up very quickly.
julia.morel
New Member
Hey there,
I totally feel your pain—receiving 100 randomly sized files with a tight deadline is a nightmare. Many of us rely on Enfocus or similar pre-press software to check resolutions, add bleeds, and set up cut lines. However, sometimes these tools can still leave gaps in the workflow, especially when you're under time pressure.
What I've been exploring lately is how AI-based tools can complement these traditional systems. For instance, HooksAI (hooks-ai.com) integrates directly into the print workflow to not only upscale images automatically but also provide a reliable preview of the final print, which helps catch issues before they become costly. It might not replace Enfocus entirely, but it can certainly help streamline the process and reduce the last-minute surprises.
Would love to hear if anyone else has combined these solutions or has alternative strategies for handling large, mixed-file jobs on a tight turnaround!
Cheers,
I totally feel your pain—receiving 100 randomly sized files with a tight deadline is a nightmare. Many of us rely on Enfocus or similar pre-press software to check resolutions, add bleeds, and set up cut lines. However, sometimes these tools can still leave gaps in the workflow, especially when you're under time pressure.
What I've been exploring lately is how AI-based tools can complement these traditional systems. For instance, HooksAI (hooks-ai.com) integrates directly into the print workflow to not only upscale images automatically but also provide a reliable preview of the final print, which helps catch issues before they become costly. It might not replace Enfocus entirely, but it can certainly help streamline the process and reduce the last-minute surprises.
Would love to hear if anyone else has combined these solutions or has alternative strategies for handling large, mixed-file jobs on a tight turnaround!
Cheers,
davideagles
New Member
Enfocus PitStop and Onyx Thrive are great for automating pre-press tasks, but manual checks are still needed for complex jobs.