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3.160. Why do my prices and number of passes change when going from a spot color to a process ink?

Why do my prices and number of passes change when going from a spot color to a process ink?

In the foils database you will want to adjust the '# of passes this foil/ink usually requires when printing' field for each ink/or foil being used.

To access the foils/inks/ribbons database:

1. From EstiMates main screen, click Edit data files>ingredients>foils/ribbons/inks
2. Highlight the foil/ribbon/or ink you want to edit and click the edit button.
3. Change the number of passes as recommended above.
4. Click the green check mark to accept.
5. Click the green check mark again to return.