Issues Related to ICC Profiles

[David_H_...@adobeforums.com]

I don't know where to begin! I am trying to learn how to use Photoshop CS4 and to print images. I have consulted several books, web sites, manuals, etc. and one of the things I realize I need to do is to learn how to relate the image on my screen with the print that comes off my printer. I'm using a Spyder 3 Pro monitor calibration device, I have adjusted the color settings in Photoshop, I have downloaded ICC profiles off the web (I'm having trouble installing them) etc., etc. etc. And at the end of all this, the prints I created when I was 'winging it', are far superior to what I'm printing after all these adjustments. My instinct is telling me that its still worth trying to follow these instructions and that it will all come together at some point but the variables seem endless. Can anyone send me to a clearly written site, source? Thanks!

[Denn...@adobeforums.com]

Here is a PDF that you might find helpful:

<http://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/WGuidelines.pdf>