Overview
Printery is a specialized Figma printing plugin designed to bridge the gap between digital design and professional print production. It empowers designers to export print-ready PDFs directly from Figma, eliminating the need to rebuild files in external software. By providing essential production controls—such as CMYK conversion, ICC profile embedding, and bleed management—Printery ensures that designs are ready for professional printing services.
Main Purpose and Target User Group
Main Purpose
To provide a seamless, professional-grade print workflow within Figma, ensuring color accuracy, proper document sizing, and industry-standard export settings.
Target User Group
- Graphic Designers: Creating brochures, posters, packaging, and marketing collateral.
- Marketing Teams: Producing flyers and catalogs efficiently without complex design handoffs.
- Agencies: Delivering print-ready files to clients with faster turnaround times.
- Print Shops: Receiving high-quality, correctly formatted files with proper bleed and crop marks.
Function Details and Operations
CMYK & Color Management
Export true CMYK PDFs with RGB-to-CMYK mapping, ICC profile support (e.g., ISO Coated v2, FOGRA39), and Pantone spot color density control.
Production Controls
Includes overprint settings for fills and strokes to ensure professional press behavior.
Layout & Finishing
One-click addition of bleed (3mm, 5mm, or custom) and crop marks. Includes safety zone configuration to protect critical content.
Export Flexibility
Supports multi-page PDF exports, batch processing of frames, and adjustable DPI settings (72/150/300 DPI) for high-quality commercial output.
Document Presets
Offers standard paper size presets (Letter, Legal, A1–A6, B5) to streamline the setup process.
User Benefits
- Efficiency: Eliminates the time-consuming process of exporting, fixing, and re-exporting files in other software.
- Professional Quality: Ensures color consistency and print-ready specifications that meet the requirements of professional print shops.
- Simplified Workflow: Provides a "one-click" solution for complex print requirements like registration marks and bleed.
- Cost-Effective: Reduces the reliance on expensive desktop publishing software for standard print projects.
Compatibility and Integration
- Platform: Fully integrated as a plugin within the Figma environment.
- Output: Generates industry-standard, print-ready PDFs compatible with all professional printing equipment.
- Workflow: Designed to work alongside existing Figma design systems, allowing for a smooth transition from screen design to physical production.
Access and Activation Method
Access
Available via the Figma Community plugin library.
Activation
Users can start with a free plan to test basic features. Advanced production capabilities (such as unlimited exports, ICC profiles, and Pantone support) are available through Pro monthly or yearly subscription plans.
Support
Includes access to documentation, a Discord community, and priority email support for Pro users.
