FAQ for Upgrading to Version 24

Version 24 of Productionserver, Proofgate and Filmgate is out now! If you have a valid Value Pack, you can update, free of charge. In this blog entry, we answer the most important questions about upgrading to V24.

The upgrade process from one version to the next is generally the same. Before upgrading, you should back up and restore your system configuration. Your usual settings, profiles and printer definitions will then be available directly in V24. In version 23.10 and higher, you also have the option of importing your system configurations using the Setup Assistant.

Further information about the import process can be found in this blog article: ensure-a-smooth-transition-from-v23-to-v24-with-backup-and-restore.

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Tips and Tricks for MIM’s – Part 3: Creating new MIM’s

MIM combinations ensure smooth interaction between printer and software, as they contain the most important parameters for the printing process which are automatically implemented during printing. There are numerous tips and tricks that can be used to create and apply MIM’s even more easily. We would like to share these with you in this blog article.

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Tips and Tricks for MIM‘s – Part 2: Duplicating and Editing MIM’s

MIM combinations contain important production-relevant parameters that are automatically applied during the printing process and therefore reliably lead to consistently high print quality. In this blog article, we give you helpful tips and tricks for creating and handling MIM combinations.

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Tips and Tricks for MIM’s – Part 1: What are MIM’s and where I do get them

MIM combinations ensure that your print results are reliably reproducible and of a consistently high quality. This is because they define various production-relevant parameters, such as the medium used, the ink and technical settings. These presettings are applied automatically during the printing process and – just like other forms of standardization and automation, e.g. via hotfolders or settings files – lead to a fast and error-free workflow in digital printing. And all this with consistent print quality at all times.

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The Importance of Color Psychology

In today’s hyper-competitive market, branding goes beyond logos and taglines; it’s about crafting meaningful connections with consumers. One of the most important tools in a brand’s arsenal is color. Colors have the remarkable ability to convey emotions, shape perceptions, and influence purchasing decisions. This is where color psychology comes in—it’s all about how different colors affect our thoughts and feelings. Understanding color psychology in branding is crucial to establish emotional connections with consumers, and effective color management ensures that these emotional associations remain consistent across various mediums and devices. But first, let’s explore what color psychology entails and its real impact on brands.

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Budget certainty and higher profits thanks to efficient Cost Control

Determining current expenditure, monitoring it constantly and reducing it wherever possible is essential for any profitable company. 
Precise and transparent cost management is a prerequisite for this: It is the only way to keep control of your budget, determine exactly where savings should be made and maximize your profits.

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MIM combinations: Ensure optimal interaction between printer and software

Reliable and reproducible print results and consistently high print quality are essential for professional digital printing. Whether these requirements are met depends to a large extent on various production-relevant parameters such as the medium used, the ink and other technical settings (e.g. print resolution) and their interaction with the software.

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