JDF input Component

JDF input Component

How does it work

The JDF input Component only supports .jdf filetype. When a JDF is dropped in the Hotfolder it will translate the instruction from JDF to PrintFactory format during importing.

Configuring JDF Component  

Start your new Workflow by dragging the JDF component from the Input Menu onto the canvas.


The screen below will appear and your finder/explorer will be shown to select or create a folder which will be used for the Hotfolder input.

Seconds window at "Timeout" defines how often the Hotfolder is checked for new files


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We are continues improving this Component when requests come in to extend its functionalities.
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Note: Because this Component generates an imposition while imported it could limit some functionalities of other Components in Workflow.

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