Setting the Correct ICM Profile

ID: Q142005


The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Windows 95


SYMPTOMS

After you enable Image Color Matching (ICM) in the properties for your printer, ICM may not be properly configured.


CAUSE

Even if you select a supported ICM monitor, ICM may not use the proper monitor profile.


RESOLUTION

Follow these steps to set the proper ICM profile:

  1. Determine the proper profile to use for the monitor from one of the following sources:

    • The monitor manufacturer.


    • The following article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:
      Q140902 ICM Profile Settings for Supported Monitors




  2. In the Windows\System\Color folder, use the right mouse button to click the proper ICM profile, and then click Set As Default on the menu that appears.


Note that your monitor must use the factory default color and gamma settings.


MORE INFORMATION

ICM-capable printers have property settings that you must enable. The following article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base lists the ICM-capable printers supported in Windows 95:

Q122050 ICM Printers Supported in Windows 95

Keywords : win95
Version : 95
Platform : WINDOWS
Issue type : kbprb


Last Reviewed: June 15, 1999
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