Print to file - scale and file options not available

Question

I'm trying to create a PDF of poster tiles that can be printed at by a client to simulate a large format poster.

I have done this in the past by printing to ps with the scale and tile settings and then creating the PDF through Distiller. When I try to do this now the scale and tile options are greyed out. What am I missing? I can't seem to recreate my steps (also I have a new computer). Is there a specific option I need to select from the PPD menu? Right now the only option is 'Device Independent'.

I don't have any printers added to my machine.

Any help appreciated.

Ton Frederiks · Accepted Answer

You can use the Distiller PPD:Save as PDF errors and issues in InDesign, Illustrator (Mac OS) When downloaded;In the Printer dialog choose: Adobe PostScript File as PrinterFor PPD select Other and select the downloaded ADPDF9.PPD

ellie27082313 · Answer

Thanks for your reply. Yes! That's what's missing. Must be why I could do this previously but not now. I spent 1hr on the phone with Adobe hoping they would give me this clue.

Any advice on how to install the driver?

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