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PrintFactory – Creating a Job in Layout

This article explains the basic process of creating a print job in the PrintFactory Layout window.

The Layout window is where artwork is loaded, arranged, and prepared before it is sent to the RIP for printing.

PF Layout image

This guide provides a general overview of the process.
More detailed articles are linked throughout for specific features such as nesting, sizing, and copies.

Step 1 – Open the Layout Window

Start by opening the PrintFactory RIP software.

  1. Confirm the correct printer is selected.

  2. Click the plus symbol (+) in the RIP interface.

This opens the Layout window, where your print job will be created.

For more information about the RIP interface, see:
➡ PrintFactory - RIP Interface Overview

Step 2 – Verify Layout Settings

When the Layout window opens, confirm the correct settings are selected before loading artwork.

Check the following:

  • Printer

  • Printer Driver

  • Print Mode

    • More about Print Modes

  • Reference Profile

    • The Reference Profile should remain set to: PrintWide2020

Changing these settings can affect how the job is processed and printed.

For a full overview of the Layout interface, see:
➡ PrintFactory - Layout Interface Overview

Step 3 – Add Artwork to the Jobs Section

To add artwork to your layout:

  1. Use the plus (+) button in the Jobs section.

  2. Select the image files you want to print.

The artwork will appear in the Jobs panel, where it can be added to the artboard.

You can remove images at any time using the minus (–) button.

Step 4 – Adjust Image Size and Copies

Above the Jobs section, you can modify:

  • Image size

  • Scale

  • Number of copies

These controls determine how the artwork will appear in the layout.

For detailed instructions, see:
➡ PrintFactory – Adjusting Image Size and Copies

Step 5 – Arrange Artwork on the Artboard

Once the images are loaded, use the Alignment and Nesting section to organize the artwork.

These tools allow you to:

  • Align images

  • Space images evenly

  • Automatically arrange images using nesting options

Proper nesting can improve material usage and keep layouts organized.

For more information, see:
➡ PrintFactory – Alignment and Nesting Basics

Step 6 – Name the Job

Before sending the job to the RIP, enter a Job Name.

Using descriptive job names helps identify files later in the RIP queue.

Examples of useful job names include:

  • Customer name

  • Order number

  • Design description

Step 7 – Submit the Job

Once the layout is complete:

  1. Click the Submit button.

This sends the job from the Layout window back to the RIP software where it can be processed and printed.

For more information on managing jobs after submission, see:
➡ PrintFactory - RIP Interface Overview

Quick Workflow Summary

  1. Open PrintFactory RIP

  2. Click + to open Layout

  3. Verify printer and layout settings

  4. Add artwork to the Jobs section

  5. Adjust image size and copies

  6. Arrange artwork using alignment or nesting tools

  7. Name the job

  8. Click Submit to send the job to the RIP

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