Thank you for your question. This issue has been occurring for many years, and because its primary cause is an operator error, there haven't been any fundamental improvements beyond simply alerting operators.
Background of the Problem
When creating print-ready data in Adobe Illustrator, we mostly combine images and fonts. The fonts are where the problem lies.
If the fonts used in the design aren't installed on the printing factory's computer, they won't be reproduced correctly. That's why it's necessary to "outline" the fonts before handing over the data.
What is Outlining?
Outlining is the process of converting the fonts you're using from character information into shapes. This ensures that the design maintains its intended appearance, even on computers that don't have those specific fonts installed.
Why Does This Problem Occur?
This outlining process is typically done as the final step in data creation. As a result, operators sometimes accidentally forget to do it before sending the data to the printing factory. If the factory's computer doesn't have the same fonts, they'll automatically be replaced with a different, simpler font, leading to the problem of the design being printed differently than intended.
I hope this explanation clarifies the purpose of the alert and the background of the problem. Please feel free to ask if you have any further questions.
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Regarding the "Outline Not Set" Alert
Thank you for your question. This issue has been occurring for many years, and because its primary cause is an operator error, there haven't been any fundamental improvements beyond simply alerting operators.
Background of the Problem
When creating print-ready data in Adobe Illustrator, we mostly combine images and fonts. The fonts are where the problem lies.
If the fonts used in the design aren't installed on the printing factory's computer, they won't be reproduced correctly. That's why it's necessary to "outline" the fonts before handing over the data.
What is Outlining?
Outlining is the process of converting the fonts you're using from character information into shapes. This ensures that the design maintains its intended appearance, even on computers that don't have those specific fonts installed.
Why Does This Problem Occur?
This outlining process is typically done as the final step in data creation. As a result, operators sometimes accidentally forget to do it before sending the data to the printing factory. If the factory's computer doesn't have the same fonts, they'll automatically be replaced with a different, simpler font, leading to the problem of the design being printed differently than intended.
I hope this explanation clarifies the purpose of the alert and the background of the problem. Please feel free to ask if you have any further questions.