How to Print Perfect Cards with eMedia CS2

eMedia CS2 is more than a design tool — it’s a complete solution for professional card printing. Whether you’re creating employee badges, event passes, student cards, or membership IDs, this guide will help you get perfect results every time.

Design Mode vs Operating Mode 🧩

eMedia CS2 separates Design Mode and Operating Mode for better workflow efficiency:

  • Design Mode: Create your card template, set up your text fields, images, and background.
  • Operating Mode: Load your data, capture photos, and print your cards — without altering the design.

This approach ensures that graphic designers and operators can work independently while maintaining data consistency and layout integrity.

Choosing or Creating a Template 🎨

When you start a new project, eMedia CS2 offers a library of ready-to-use templates. You can fully customize them to suit your brand identity:

  • Add your logo, background, and dynamic text fields
  • Use layers for precise visual control (like in Photoshop™)
  • Include barcodes, QR codes, and serial numbers automatically
  • Design both sides of the card (front and back)

Each element can be positioned, aligned, and resized with pixel-perfect precision, giving you full creative control.

Printing Options 🖨️

eMedia CS2 supports all major card printer brands, including Evolis, Zebra, Datacard, Fargo, Magicard, and Matica. You can even print on any Windows-compatible printer — including inkjet, laser, or label printers.

  • Single-sided or dual-sided printing
  • Batch printing from your database
  • Photo capture during printing (via webcam or camera)
  • Automatic color management for sharp results

Before printing, always preview your card in the “Operating Mode” to ensure your layout and data appear correctly.

Batch Printing from a Database 📊

Need to print a large number of cards? Connect your project to a Microsoft Excel or SQL database, then select the records you want to print. eMedia CS2 will automatically generate each card with the corresponding data and photos.

Batch printing is perfect for schools, events, or companies issuing hundreds of cards at once — without losing time or accuracy.

Pro Tips for Perfect Prints 💡

  • 🖼️ Use high-resolution logos and images (300 DPI recommended)
  • 🔁 Always calibrate your card printer before large print runs
  • 🎯 Keep safe margins — avoid placing text too close to edges
  • 🧠 Save your project regularly and use template versioning

Video Tutorial 🎥

Watch our quick tutorial showing how to design and print cards efficiently with eMedia CS2:

Get Your eMedia CS2 License 🛒

Start creating and printing professional cards today! Buy your official eMedia CS2 license from our online store:

👉 BUY EMEDIA CS2 LICENSE 👈

FAQ ❓

Can I print on both sides of a card?
Yes, eMedia CS2 supports dual-sided (front and back) printing if your printer is duplex-compatible.

Which printers are supported?
All major card printers (Evolis, Zebra, Fargo, Datacard, Matica, Magicard) and any printer with a Windows driver.

Can I print cards in batches?
Absolutely — link your Excel or SQL database and use batch printing for automatic data generation.

Is eMedia CS2 only for PVC cards?
No. You can print on any media supported by your printer — PVC, paper, or labels.

Conclusion ✅

eMedia CS2 gives you everything you need to design and print high-quality cards with precision and ease. Whether you’re printing a few badges or hundreds, you’ll get consistent, professional results — every time.

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