3-D Effect and Spot Colors

[Tricia_Schneberger@adobeforums.com]

I've noticed while using the 3-D Effect (Bevel and Emboss) that I get an warning on the side of the 3-D window that my spot color will be converted to process. How do I get around this? Does this mean that if I am required to use spot colors, I have to draw my own 3-D objects and cant use this time-saving tool?

Please Help!

[John_Kallios@adobeforums.com]

In the 3D effect window, select more options and check preserve spot colors.

Read the new warning and turn on overprint preview.

[Tricia_Schneberger@adobeforums.com]

That is Great! Thank You!

And this has no effect on printing the spot colors?

Thanks so much for your help! Didnt even see that option down there!

[John_Kallios@adobeforums.com]

It maintains the spot color by overprinting the shaded portion to the spot. If you send to a printer that has rip settings to strip out overprints, you could have a issue.

If you sent it to my printshop, there would be no problem. Make a notation when you send the job off as a area on your artwork they should pay attention to.

[Tricia_Schneberger@adobeforums.com]

Thank you for your help!