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Hey Diagrammers!

 

Has anyone printed a physical copy of a diagram with layers on different acetate transparencies?

 

I want to turn the ‘Vision’ for my program, something typically abstract in it’s digital form (a pdf) into something very concrete: a nicely-bound pamphlet including multiple diagrams, and each diagram has multiple layers/pages. (Did you watch Jerry Maguire)

 

 I wondered if anyone had done this and had any lessons learned or tips to share.

 

Pablo

Hi ​@Pabst 

That sounds like a fun and creative project! While I haven’t printed diagrams with layers on acetate transparencies specifically, I’ve used Lucidchart’s layering feature for similar purposes, and I can share a few tips that might help:

  1. Ensure that your layers are well-labeled and logically arranged in Lucidchart. This makes it easier to export and align them during printing.

  2. Lucidchart allows you to export individual layers as separate PDF files. You can use this feature to generate transparent pages for each layer.

  3. When working with acetate transparencies, consult your printer or printing service provider to ensure they can handle transparent sheets. Ask about compatibility and printing quality to avoid smudging or alignment issues.

  4. To ensure the layers align in the final booklet, use consistent positioning for elements across layers. Locking certain shapes in Lucidchart can also help maintain alignment.

  5. Print a test page for each layer before committing to the full set. This helps identify any alignment or visibility issues.

  6. When creating a pamphlet, consider spiral binding or clear covers to protect the acetate layers while allowing the diagrams to stand out.

It’s a fantastic idea to make your program vision more tangible—best of luck with your project! Would love to see how it turns out. 😊


Thanks ​@Ria S. Yes, I was aware of many of these recommendations and I just need to dedicate some time to test it. I ordered some transparencies so I’m excited to see if how this vision looks in reality. Will share!


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