Tracking Photoshop

jeffw · #1 03-21-2002, 11:26 AM

For those of us using Photoshop... Is there a way to track the prints being made besides counting the paper used? Also in tracking floppys?

Delane_B_Rouse · #2 03-21-2002, 11:57 AM

I've never heard of a way to do this. PS is not a "RIP" per se....I mean...it's an "image manupulation" program. The software I use for my ColorMatch 32" wide inkjet will count prints, area, etc., but not Photo Shop....

NorbertBissinger · #3 03-21-2002, 12:14 PM

No and not in PS7 neither.

jeffw · #4 03-21-2002, 07:35 PM

Norbert who can develop a plugin?

AnthonyAllen · #5 03-21-2002, 08:04 PM

Crew, I have an application that I've written, er well, writing for Photoshop to track prints and export to floppy. It's in the testing phase right now. It will have all accounting capabilities of Express Digital and then some.

Sorry but I'm not ready to tell you how this program works since I plan on marketing it. But, I'll keep you posted on the development and when it's ready. [img]images/icons/wink.gif[/img]

jeffw · #6 03-21-2002, 09:40 PM

true be true and lay it on us!

NorbertBissinger · #7 03-22-2002, 12:21 PM

I am not a true believer, but Hey! One never knows until one sees.

There is Packagesizer it can do it, but an operator can just print direct from PS and steal your money. If one does not need the records: counting the sheets is better.

If you have some electrical knowledge you can buy an electronic counter and hook it up inside the printer on the contact which expells the sheet. This should be easy.

[ March 22, 2002: Message edited by: Norbert Bissinger ]