Adobe InDesign/Dark InDesign pdf's

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Expert: Ken Black - 6/5/2009


Question
I was just wondering why an exported PDF out of InDesign comes out much darker than the original file?  Even exported JPEGS come out looking normal, but PDF's are always dark.  Any help?

Answer

Pdf Export Output Colo
Hi Brandon,

This is likely due to color conversion to a device profile that doesn't match your working color space.

Check the Output settings in the pdf export style that you are using.
Try using one of these settings (see image). You can also try changing the working color space under Edit -> Color Settings to better match your output device, in this case your monitor.

Thanks,

Ken Black

www.bestprintingonline.com

Ken Black

Expertise

With over 20 years experience in graphic arts as well as working as a preflight and prepress technician for Best Printing Online, I can answer any questions relating to graphic design and printing. This includes but is not limited to Adobe Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Quark Xpress and just about any other graphics related software.

Experience

Currently employed by Best Printing Online, I have been working as a graphic designer and printing professional for over 20 years. My experiences range from original design work including layout, illustration and photography to prepress production and troubleshooting. I have done consulting and training for some of the smallest print shops to the largest design agencies and printers in the industry.

Education/Credentials
Occupational Certificate in Darkroom and Printing Technologies from back when light tables and contacting frames were cool. Attended McHenry County College, Columbia College Chicago and Northern Illinois University and strive to attain new knowledge in this field wherever it may be hiding.

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