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Presets Overview

Presets save your complete configuration (document, color, and export settings) for instant reuse on future projects.
Pro Feature: Presets require a Pro subscription to create and save. Free users can use built-in presets only.

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Why Use Presets?

Without presets:
  • Configure 15+ settings every time
  • 5-10 minutes per export
  • Risk of forgetting a setting
With presets:
  • Select preset from dropdown
  • 5 seconds
  • Consistent every time
Time saved: 95%
Problem: Different settings across projectsSolution: Preset ensures identical configurationExample:
All business cards:
- Same bleed (0.125")
- Same ICC profile (ISO Coated v2)
- Same DPI (300)
- Same compression (85%)
Result: Consistent quality
Scenario: Printer provides specificationsSolution: Create preset matching their requirementsUse case:
"Acme Printing - Offset"
- ICC: Custom Acme ICC
- TAC: 280%
- PDF/X-1a
- Specific crop mark style
Benefit: Always print-ready for that printer
Different projects need different settings:Solution: Preset per project typeExamples:
  • “Business Cards - Standard”
  • “Large Format Posters”
  • “Booklet - Saddle Stitch”
  • “Quick Proofs - Low Res”
Switch: One click

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Built-In Presets (All Users)

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Standard Presets Included

  • CMYK Print - Standard
  • US Offset Printing
  • High-Res Photography
  • Uncoated Paper
  • Quick Proof (Low-Res)
  • Digital RGB
Configuration:
Document:
- Bleed: 0.125" (3mm)
- Crop marks: Yes
- Safety zone: 0.25"

Color:
- CMYK: Yes
- Profile: ISO Coated v2 300%
- Rendering: Relative Colorimetric
- Black: Automatic

Export:
- DPI: 300
- Compression: 85%
- Format: PDF/X-1a
- Fonts: Embedded (subset)
Use for: 90% of professional printing✅ Most recommended

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Creating Custom Presets (Pro)

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How to Create a Preset

1

Configure All Settings

Document Tab:
  • Set bleed amount
  • Configure crop marks
  • Set safety zone
  • Enable registration marks (if needed)
Color Tab:
  • Enable CMYK conversion
  • Select ICC profile
  • Set rendering intent
  • Configure black handling
  • Add spot colors (if needed)
Export Tab:
  • Set DPI (300)
  • Set compression (85%)
  • Choose PDF format
  • Configure fonts
  • Set image handling
2

Save as Preset

Click “Save as Preset” button (bottom of plugin)Or: Advanced tab → Presets → “Create New”
3

Name Your Preset

Good naming conventions:
✓ "Business Cards - Standard CMYK"
✓ "Acme Printing - Brochures"
✓ "High-Res Photography - Coated"
✓ "Quick Proofs - Client Review"
Include:
  • Project type
  • Key specifications
  • Purpose/printer
Avoid:
✗ "Preset 1"
✗ "Test"
✗ "asdfgh"
4

Add Description (Optional)

Describe when to use:
"For all business card projects.
Uses ISO Coated v2, 300 DPI,
0.125" bleed. Ready for commercial
offset printing."
Helpful for: Teams, future reference
5

Set as Default (Optional)

☐ “Make this my default preset”If checked: Auto-loads when opening pluginUse for: Your most common project type
6

Save

Click “Save Preset”Result: Appears in preset dropdownSynced: Across all your Figma files (cloud-saved)

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Using Presets

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Loading a Preset

1

Select Frame

Click the frame to export
2

Launch Plugin

Plugins → Print for Figma
3

Choose Preset

Dropdown: Top of plugin interfaceOptions:
  • Built-in presets
  • Your custom presets (Pro)
  • Team presets (if applicable)
Click preset name
4

Settings Applied

All tabs updated instantly:
  • Document settings ✓
  • Color settings ✓
  • Export settings ✓
  • Advanced options ✓
Verify: Check settings match intent
5

Customize if Needed

Preset is a starting pointCan adjust:
  • Any individual setting
  • One-time changes won’t affect saved preset
Example:
Load "Standard CMYK Print"
Adjust: DPI 300 → 600 (for this project only)
Export
Next time: Loads with 300 DPI again
6

Export

Settings configured → Click “Export PDF”

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Managing Presets (Pro)

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Preset Management

  • Edit Preset
  • Duplicate Preset
  • Delete Preset
  • Organize Presets
  • Export/Import Presets
Process:
  1. Load preset
  2. Modify settings as desired
  3. Click “Update Preset”
  4. Confirm update
Result: Preset updated for all future usesUse when: Requirements change

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Preset Best Practices

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Naming Conventions

Clear, descriptive names:
  • By Project Type
  • By Printer
  • By Purpose
  • By Specifications
✓ "Business Card - Standard"
✓ "Flyer - Letter Size"
✓ "Brochure - Tri-Fold"
✓ "Poster - 18×24"
✓ "Booklet - Saddle Stitch"
Format: [Type] - [Details]

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Preset Organization

Recommended structure: 
📦 Your Presets
├─ 📁 Everyday Use
│   ├─ ⭐ Standard CMYK Print (default)
│   ├─ Business Cards
│   ├─ Flyers - Letter
│   └─ Quick Proof
│
├─ 📁 By Printer
│   ├─ Acme Printing - Offset
│   ├─ Acme Printing - Digital
│   └─ Local Print Shop
│
├─ 📁 Special Projects
│   ├─ Photography Portfolio
│   ├─ Large Format
│   └─ Packaging
│
└─ 📁 Archive/Backup
    ├─ Old Client X
    └─ Legacy Settings

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Common Preset Examples

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Business Card Preset

Name: "Business Card - Professional"

Document:
  Size: 3.5" × 2" (US Standard)
  Bleed: 0.125"
  Crop Marks: Yes
  Safety Zone: 0.25"
  Registration Marks: No

Color:
  Convert to CMYK: Yes
  ICC Profile: ISO Coated v2 300%
  Rendering Intent: Relative Colorimetric
  GCR: Medium
  Black Handling: Automatic
    Text: K100
    Shapes: C60 M40 Y40 K100

Export:
  DPI: 300
  Compression: 85%
  Format: PDF/X-1a
  Embed Fonts: Yes (subset)
  Flatten Transparency: Yes
  Overprint Black: Yes

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Brochure Preset

Name: "Brochure - 8 Page Saddle Stitch"

Document:
  Multi-Page: Yes
  Pages: 8
  Binding: Saddle Stitch
  Bleed: 0.125"
  Inside Margin: 0.75" (for gutter)
  Crop Marks: Yes
  Page Numbers: Auto

Color:
  Convert to CMYK: Yes
  ICC Profile: ISO Coated v2 300%
  Rendering Intent: Perceptual (for photos)
  Black Handling: Automatic

Export:
  DPI: 300
  Compression: 85%
  Format: PDF/X-1a
  Multi-Page: Single PDF
  Page Order: Sequential

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Quick Proof Preset

Name: "Quick Proof - Client Review"

Document:
  Bleed: 0" (no bleed for proof)
  Crop Marks: No
  Watermark: "PROOF - NOT FOR PRINT"

Color:
  Convert to CMYK: Yes
  ICC Profile: ISO Coated v2 300%
  Rendering Intent: Relative Colorimetric

Export:
  DPI: 150
  Compression: 75%
  Format: PDF (standard, not PDF/X)
  Optimize for Web: Yes
  Small File Size Priority: Yes

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Team Presets (Pro)

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Sharing with Team

For agencies and teams:
  • Team Library
  • Preset Permissions
  • Preset Templates
Pro feature: Shared preset libraryHow it works:
  1. Admin creates presets
  2. Synced to all team members
  3. Updates propagate automatically
Benefit: Entire team uses same settingsUse case: Agency with 10 designers

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Troubleshooting Presets

Causes:
  • Cloud sync issue
  • Corrupted preset
  • Plugin version mismatch
Solutions:
  • Refresh Figma
  • Re-save preset
  • Update plugin
  • Re-import preset from backup
Cause: Preset from older plugin versionSolution:
  • Load preset
  • Verify all settings
  • Re-save preset (updates to new format)
Cause: Free accountSolution:
  • Upgrade to Pro subscription
  • Or use built-in presets only
Free users: Can use, but can’t create/edit
Causes:
  • Accidentally deleted
  • Cloud sync issue
  • Account change
Solutions:
  • Check if logged into correct account
  • Import from backup (.preset file)
  • Recreate preset (if no backup)

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Preset Checklist

When creating a new preset:
  • All settings configured: Document, Color, Export tabs
  • Descriptive name: Clear what preset is for
  • Description added: When/why to use it
  • Tested once: Export a test PDF to verify
  • Backed up: Exported .preset file saved
  • Documented: Notes on specific requirements
  • Shared with team: If applicable

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Learn More

Document Setup

Configure document settings

Color Conversion

Set up color management

Export Settings

Configure export options

Advanced Options

Advanced configuration
Pro Tip: Create 3-5 presets for your most common projects. You’ll save hours every week!