Color Settings Photoshop CS3

[studio girl]

I know most know about CS3. I don't !:dunno I'll just get right to the point. I'll tell you what i have and what i would like to have if someone would be so kind. This is what i have (1. Pantone Huey Pro. 2. Canon ip4300. 3. Canon Rebel XTi. )
I will be printing mainly for family and friends for fun but i would still like them to be the best for that purpose , and sending paying customers photos to online printing shops. I've calibrated my computer with Pantone Pro already .Now what are the proper color settings . I need help!. Could someone send me a diagram of what color settings should be set to. It's really driving me up the wall . Thanks ahead of time for anyone who can help. :bow

[arodney]

Easy, just set the Color Settings to US PrePress Defaults (North America Prepress in some versions). All the settings are safe and effective. You can also read this:

http://www.ppmag.com/reviews/200404_rodneycm.pdf

The trick now is just ensuring you convert documents to the color spaces people on the receiving end expect (unfortunately for so many consumer labs, that means sRGB). Doesn't mean sRGB has to be set in the color settings or you should force an sRGB workflow on yourself (not useful). The important part of the color settings are the policies (Preserve) and warning check boxes on (safety net).

[studio girl]

Easy, just set the Color Settings to US PrePress Defaults (North America Prepress in some versions). All the settings are safe and effective. You can also read this:

http://www.ppmag.com/reviews/200404_rodneycm.pdf

The trick now is just ensuring you convert documents to the color spaces people on the receiving end expect (unfortunately for so many consumer labs, that means sRGB). Doesn't mean sRGB has to be set in the color settings or you should force an sRGB workflow on yourself (not useful). The important part of the color settings are the policies (Preserve) and warning check boxes on (safety net).

Thank You for all the info. But so many things i still don't understand. It will take some time for it all to sink in.

So...... if i want to use my already calibrated monitor (Used the Huey) In the RGB working space why not use that profile ? Still Confused about that.

[arodney]

Thank You for all the info. But so many things i still don't understand. It will take some time for it all to sink in.

So...... if i want to use my already calibrated monitor (Used the Huey) In the RGB working space why not use that profile ? Still Confused about that.

ICC aware applications use the display profile to properly preview all documents in all color spaces (assuming and embedded profile). The display profile is a totally separate entity from the profiles used in documents. Bottom line, calibrate and profile the display at least once a month, then you don't have to worry about this profile (or the display).