Trimble Novapoint Help
EPS (Encapsulated PostScript) files utilize the PostScript language, an industry-standard for graphic files, to define objects. This widespread compatibility allows EPS files to be seamlessly integrated as graphic illustrations into most standard page layout programs.
Within EPS files, objects can be defined using either CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black) or RGB (Red, Green, Blue) color values. CMYK is commonly used in printing, while RGB is often used for digital displays.
A specific function within the page layout program exclusively uses closed polylines as input data. Polylines can be derived from various sources, such as exploding a road sign within the program. The color assigned to the polyline is then used to fill the enclosed area, creating a uniformly colored surface within the polyline boundary.
A practical example of this functionality would be using the polylines of a road sign, generated by the program's explode road sign function, to create a filled surface with the same color as the original road sign. This technique allows for the efficient creation and manipulation of graphic elements within the page layout program.
The following sequence of questions appears at startup:
Select objects:
Select the closed polylines that should be exported as EPS.
Decide on the following options in the dialog box:
Program can store arcs as "ARC" or "Line segments".
Here there are many different color conversions to choose from... but usually it is most common to use the options "Standard" or "BluePrint".
Select between "RGB" or "CMYK".
Enter a filename and press OK to exit.
Note: The EPS-format is a common and frequently favored format used by sign manufacturers. Sign manufacturers often utilize software that can directly interpret and process EPS files.
This software is then linked to a machine, typically a large-format printer, that is specifically designed to print onto reflective film.
By using EPS files as input, sign manufacturers can streamline their production process and ensure that the final product meets the required specifications for road signs.