Converting CMYK text to 100% k in illustrator

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August 29, 2023
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I have an illustrator document that contains outlined text and some simple graphics, all in CMYK black. I need to convert all these to 100% k black. When I select the text the swatch panels shows it as black, but when I check Overprint Preview, it's made up of CMYK mix. The file was supplied to me as RGB and I converted it to CMYK which I think may have something to do with this problem, but any help would be appreciated!

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Correct answer Ton Frederiks

Yes, converting from RGB to CMYK gives you the mixed inks black, but the swatches name does not change.

You can select the Black swatch, choose: Select > Same > Fill Color and change the selection to 100% K

Repeat for Same Stroke Color

Ton Frederiks

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Yes, converting from RGB to CMYK gives you the mixed inks black, but the swatches name does not change.

You can select the Black swatch, choose: Select > Same > Fill Color and change the selection to 100% K

Repeat for Same Stroke Color

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Thank you!

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