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Additional tips for efficient printing
You may not be able to print an image,
an image may take a long time to print,
or your printer may simply quit with or
without issuing an error message. Error
messages include a rangecheck error or
a VMerror (virtual memory error). Many
of these errors are caused by overly
complex paths in your artwork.
If your image takes a long time to print,
consider simplifying its shape. Other
tips that will help you print more effi-
ciently include the following:
• Limit the complexity of patterns,
masks, and compound paths you use in
the artwork file. Delete unused patterns
from the Paint Style palette.
When filling objects with patterns, note
that patterns can significantly slow per-
formance. Filling compound paths with
patterns or using several patterns in
your artwork may slow printing or cause
your document not to print at all.