Re: [tdf-discuss] Re: PDF export in CMYK

Hi,
this might be very good solution, I'm going to investigate it deeper.
I'm using linux exclusively, my friend is using windows, but this might be another (even though 
small ) reason for him to consider linux.

Thanks


Tibor




On Fri, 17 Dec 2010 03:49:05 +0100, NoOp <glgxg@sbcglobal.net> wrote:

> On 12/15/2010 02:07 PM, Tibor Bamhor wrote:
> > Hi, Friend of mine had an issue with openoffice, He was asked to
> > deliver pdf in CMYK colorspace. It is not possible by now AFAIK. But
> > are there any plans or any work being done in this regard? I just
> > wonder, it is not critical issue for me, nor for my friend. He used
> > some Adobe product at the end...
>
> I think this is an issue with the printer driver. For example, if I wish
> to create a PDF with CMYK I use the ghostscript ppd - ghostpdf.ppd:
>
> http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&complete=0&q=ghostpdf.ppd&btnG=Search
>
> and see:
> <http://www.mail-archive.com/users@openoffice.org/msg100132.html>
> [pdf export only in RGB colorspace!]
>
> I just set up a virtual printer using that driver/ppd & select when I
> need to print in CMYK.
>
> Of course, it would be nice if LibO used that driver (or a modified
> version) to allow CMYK, but I don't know what work would be involved.
> File a bug/wishlist report & perhaps some kind soul will take it up for
> LibO.
>
> Note: I've no idea on how to use this driver on Windows if that is what
> your friend is using... you'll need to explore the Google links for that.




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