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Q. How do I create the variable data fields for VersaWorks?
A. Simply create an Excel spreadsheet with the desired fields and input the required data into the correct columns. The first row of the column specifies the field name and must be unique. The field name should be specified with “VDP_” along with the type of information like “VDP_Name” or “VDP_Photo.” The Excel spreadsheet must then be saved as CSV or text format.
When you create your design in Illustrator or CorelDRAW, create a rectangular placeholder for each variable data area, outline it with a spot color and name the spot color exactly the same as the ”VDP_” information used in the Excel spreadsheet.
Q. Are there any limits to the variable data printing capability?
A. There is a limit of 20 unique variable data fields that can be accommodated in VersaWorks, as well as a maximum of 250 variable data copies per job.
Another benefit of the VersaWorks Variable Data process is that the job template is only processed once (no matter how many variable data copies) so only the much smaller variable fields require additional processing. This dramatically reduces processing time, especially on larger jobs.
Q. What types of elements can be used in the variable data printing option?
A. Various elements can be used with the Variable Data Printing option. Image files such as EPS, PS, TIFF and JPEG along with Excel text can all be used in a design. As long as they are defined correctly, listed properly and linked to the correct field, VersaWorks will populate them as well as allow for simple editing.
Q. What kind of editing can be done in the variable data printing option within VersaWorks?
A. Attributes such as font type, size and color can easily be changed as well as alignment or effect. You can also change the image size, rotate it and choose the alignment and opacity.
