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[ continuation ] times if necessary. They will ask you what program was used to create the file. Tell them that is irrelevant. They will probably insist on knowing such information, since they are used to outputting native files from the original application, NOT PostScript files. Tell them to send it from their MAC using the program SendPS. If they do not have SendPS, or don't know how to use it, or won't, go elsewhere. Adobe supplies every imagesetter manufacturer with an extensive set of utilities including this program. Every imagesetter owner gets a set of these programs. If your bureau is using a PC, they can send your file to their imagestter using the DOS 'COPY' command. (COPY <filename> LPT1, asuming that the imagesetter is connected to LPT1). That's enough for now. Don't be dismayed if this is confusing. Unfortunately, preparing output for an imagesetter, requires the user to know a fair amount of graphic art concepts, as well as computer control. Output to RC paper the first few times. You won't have to worry about negative output. And its cheaper than film – $6 to $12 per 9 x 12 page of output. Don't hesitate to ask any questions about this process. Good luck! Rich