Automated Variable Data Printing Layout Reformatting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional variable-data printing systems require manual creation of new templates when output document sizes change, which is time-consuming and impractical, especially for customized printing applications.
Innovation Solution
A system and method for automatically reformating page layouts to accommodate different page sizes using a composition subsystem, raster image processor, and printing subsystem, which includes encoding parameters such as scaling ratios and alignment parameters to adjust elements within a template, generating print files in formats like Java, C, C#, PostScript, or XML, and rendering output on various media using thermal toner or ink.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If manual template creation is used for each page size, then template accuracy and customization are improved, but time consumption and operational complexity increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by pre-defining template elements, their properties, and positioning rules in advance. When a page size change occurs, the pre-configured elements are automatically repositioned according to the stored rules, eliminating the need for manual template creation for each page size while maintaining accuracy.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention changes parameters by storing and applying page size parameters and positioning rules. Instead of manually creating templates for different page sizes, the system automatically adjusts element positions based on parameter changes (page width, page height, margins), enabling quick adaptation to different formats while preserving template accuracy.
2Adaptability or versatility
If manual template creation is used for each page size, then template customization is improved, but operational complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements universality by creating a single template structure that can be automatically adapted to multiple page sizes. The template elements and positioning rules serve multiple functions across different formats, eliminating the need for separate manual templates for each size while maintaining full customization capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The template system performs self-service by automatically repositioning elements and adjusting layouts when page size parameters change. The stored positioning rules enable the template to adapt itself without human intervention, reducing operational complexity while preserving customization options.
3Adaptability or versatility
If traditional VDP systems are used, then printing customization is achieved, but productivity decreases due to manual intervention requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The invention replaces the manual mechanical process of template creation and adjustment with an automated computer-based system. The positioning rules and parameter storage enable automatic calculation and repositioning of template elements, substituting manual operations with algorithmic processing, thereby maintaining customization while significantly improving productivity.
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AI summary
Systems and methods for providing resized layouts accommodating a plurality of documents sizes for variable data printing are disclosed. A computerized system is used to lay out a template for a given document having a first page size and including variable elements based on user input. The user can define the frame of each element according to one or more parameters including a scaling ratio, an X and Y alignment, and a must fit portion of the frame. The user provides a second page size which includes at least one dimension different than the first page size. A new document is automatically prepared that includes the content of the original document that is resized according to the one or more parameters.