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Scaling PDF Export -or- PS help

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From: Darren Sullivan
Date: Thu, 05 Dec 2002 15:07
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We are considering migrating from Quark to ID, which means rewriting all our Quark scripts that provide automation, particularly in output and delivery of proof to client. Right now, I'm researching ID. At this point I'm playing with the Export PDF routine and it seems very simple and adaquate, however, some of our art is larger than 8.5x11 proof clients want to print on. With Quark, the script tested the canvas, did the math and scaled to make the document 8x10 (room for disclaimer). I can't seem to find how to scale when Exporting to PDF. Can it not be done? If not, I'll just have the script print to PS and Distiller these (its rare when scaling is necessary so I don't mind). Anyway, I've found the dictionary items involving postscripting, but I can't seem to get the syntax right. Can someone give me the basic syntax to print an active doc to postscript? Also, if it is your opinion that Export to EPS would be even better than PS for these situations, please let me know. Thanks a bunch, gang!!!

Darren
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