Edit Documents
Learn how to edit document properties, customize CMYK colors, and check DPI for optimal print quality in the Print PDF for Figma plugin.
Once you’ve created a document, the plugin provides powerful editing capabilities to fine-tune your design for professional printing. You can modify document properties, customize CMYK color mapping for brand consistency, and ensure optimal image resolution with DPI checking.
Accessing Document Details
To edit your document, start from the main interface and click on any existing document to enter the detailed editing mode.1. Navigate to Document Details
1. Navigate to Document Details
From the main interface, click on any document to access its detailed editing page. This gives you access to three core editing features that ensure your document is perfectly configured for professional printing.
Core Editing Features
The document editing interface provides three essential tools for optimizing your design for print:Document Properties
CMYK Color Mapping
DPI Checking
Feature 1: Document Properties Editing
1. Access Properties Editor
1. Access Properties Editor
The properties editor allows you to modify all document settings with immediate visual feedback. Changes are applied in real-time so you can see exactly how your modifications affect the final layout.
2. Editable Properties
2. Editable Properties
You can modify the following document properties:
- Document Size: Adjust width and height dimensions
- Units: Change between pixels, inches, millimeters, or other measurement units
- Margins: Set precise margins for all sides of the document
- Bleed Settings: Configure bleed margins for professional printing
- Crop Marks: Add or modify crop marks for accurate cutting
- Page Count: Add or remove pages as needed
- Orientation: Switch between portrait and landscape layouts
Real-time Preview: All changes are immediately visible in the design preview, allowing you to make precise adjustments without guesswork.
Feature 2: CMYK Color Mapping
1. Access CMYK Color Editor
1. Access CMYK Color Editor
The CMYK color mapping feature provides precise control over how your RGB colors are converted to CMYK for printing. This ensures brand consistency and accurate color reproduction across different printing processes.
2. How CMYK Mapping Works
2. How CMYK Mapping Works
The color mapping system works as follows:
- RGB to CMYK Conversion: Automatically converts your design’s RGB colors to CMYK equivalents
- Custom Color Adjustments: Fine-tune CMYK values for each color in your design
- Real-time Updates: Changes to CMYK values immediately update the corresponding RGB colors in your design
- Brand Consistency: Maintain exact color specifications across all print materials
Export Benefits: When you export to PDF, the plugin uses your custom CMYK values to ensure the printed result matches your exact specifications, regardless of the printing device or process used.
Feature 3: DPI Checking
1. Access DPI Checker
1. Access DPI Checker
The DPI (Dots Per Inch) checker helps you verify that all images in your document meet the resolution requirements for high-quality printing. This tool is essential for ensuring professional print results.
2. DPI Check Features
2. DPI Check Features
The DPI checker provides the following capabilities:
- Image Resolution Analysis: Scan all images in your document for current DPI values
- Quality Assessment: Identify images that may appear pixelated or blurry when printed
- Resolution Recommendations: Get suggestions for optimal DPI based on your print requirements
- Image Location: Click on any image to locate it in your Figma design for easy editing
- Print Quality Assurance: Ensure all images meet professional printing standards
Recommended DPI: For most print applications, aim for 300 DPI or higher. Lower DPI values may result in visible pixelation in the final printed piece.
Workflow Integration
These three editing features work together seamlessly to create a comprehensive document preparation workflow:- Start with Properties: Set your document dimensions and layout requirements
- Refine Colors: Ensure brand consistency with precise CMYK color mapping
- Verify Quality: Check DPI to guarantee optimal print resolution
- Iterate and Refine: Make adjustments as needed with real-time preview
Next Steps
After editing your document:- Review Changes: Use the real-time preview to ensure all modifications meet your requirements
- Test Export: Generate a test PDF to verify the final output
- Finalize Design: Make any final adjustments before production
- Export for Print: Generate your final print-ready PDF with all optimizations applied