Chapter 8 Derivative Files

What's a Derivative File?

Reasons to Make Derivative Files
Proofs
Master Files
Delivery Files

Conversion Options
Converting using Bridge
The Image Processor
Using the Caption Maker
Caption Maker Controls
Using Actions to make Derivative Files
Using DAM Software to Batch out Files
Conversion Issues
Naming Strategies
Color Profile
Working Color Space
Delivery Color Space
CMYK Conversions
Size, Layers, Versions, and Sharpening
Size: Bigger is, well, Bigger
Using Layers in Master Files
Managing Versions
Applying Sharpening
Which File Format to use?

Cataloging Strategies: What to Keep
Catalog (most of) your Derivative Files!