How Queues Are Organized Into Groups

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1. Identify that a single Q tab contains configuration data for a specific combination of inks and substrate.
2. Group Q tabs by garment type, such as black, white, and color garments.
3. Set up queues as needed, including one queue per printer if required.
4. Understand that grouped queues provide more versatility than single-printer queues.

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1. Identify that each default group contains separate queues for Graphics and Photos.
2. Use Graphics queues for logo designs where visual impact is prioritized over color accuracy.
3. Use Photo queues for artwork requiring accurate color reproduction, such as skin tones.

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1. Understand that configuration data for a queue is called a print mode.
2. Note that each queue has its own print mode.
3. Select a job and view the assigned print mode in the SmartBar.
4. Change the print mode for a job if needed, such as selecting a lower resolution for faster printing.

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1. Open the Q menu.
2. Select Manage Queues.
3. Review how queues are organized into groups.
4. Select a queue.
5. Use the position controls to move the queue within the group.

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1. Select the queue to duplicate.
2. Click Copy Q.
3. Rename the new queue.
4. Modify the queue settings as required.

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1. Open the Control Panel.
2. Click Install to show the queue in the print dialog for other applications.
3. Clear the Enabled checkbox to hide the queue.

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1. Open the Devices menu.
2. Select Manage Devices.
3. Use this option if the printer is not listed or if printer drivers and support files need updating.

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1. Scroll horizontally if queues are not visible.
2. Right-click to choose Visible Columns.
3. Rearrange columns to keep important information visible, such as job cost.

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1. Open the Q menu.
2. Select Properties.
3. Go to the General tab.
4. Rename the print mode as needed.

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1. Use Q menu Wizards to refine print mode settings.
2. Use the Color Adjust button for simplified configuration adjustments.
3. Adjust the Merge slider to blend rendering intents when required.