Colorimetry

The Colorimetry function allows you to create a color chart with customized colors, patch size, and page size. You can then print the color chart on the target printer and measure the output colors. Alternatively, you can use a predefined color chart based on a standard set of colors and page size. The measurement results can be saved in IT8 format and used with external color management applications.

Colorimetry dialog with color chart preview

In this section:

  1. Workflow Overview
    Create a color chart with custom colors or use a predefined color chart. Print the colorimetry chart on the target printer, then use the Colorimetry function to scan the printed chart to measure its colors. Save the measurement results in IT8 or CGATS format. Load the saved file into a color management or similar application to manage the color output of the target printer.
  2. Measuring Colors
    Use the Colorimetry function to measure the colors on a printed test chart with the help of a predefined or custom color chart.
  3. Troubleshooting Colorimetry Errors
    If the Colorimetry dialog is not displayed and you do not receive any message when you select the Colorimetry button in the application menu, close the application. Then, restart your operating system. If you still cannot open the Colorimetry dialog, contact your service representative.
Parent topic: Using the Desktop Application