Map Spot Color to Cut Tool

Map Spot Color to Cut Tool

In this video you will learn how to map a spot color to a cutter tool in Editor. Not all artwork is prepared in the correct manner for a print and cut workflow, this video will show you one of the small steps needed to ensure you can both print and cut your job successfully.

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