Fiery Releases XF Version 9!

What’s New in Fiery XF 9: Smarter Color Control, Faster Production, and Powerful New Automation

At Spectraflow East, we’re always focused on helping print professionals stay ahead of the curve — with faster workflows, tighter color accuracy, and tools that unlock new revenue opportunities. The release of Fiery XF version 9 delivers exactly that, introducing major advancements in cloud-based color control, personalization, automation, and industry standards support.

If you’re running Fiery XF today (or considering it), this update is one of the most impactful in years.

Let’s break down what’s new — and why it matters to your print operation.

A Quick Refresher: What Fiery XF Brings to the Print Floor

Fiery XF is a complete RIP, color management, and workflow solution built to support both production printing and contract proofing — all within a unified interface. With support for over 2,600 printers and 2,100 cutters, it’s one of the most versatile large-format and specialty print platforms on the market today.

Version 9 builds on that foundation with powerful new tools that drive consistency, efficiency, and profitability.

Cloud-Based Color Control with Fiery ColorGuard Integration

One of the biggest enhancements in Fiery XF 9 is full compatibility with Fiery ColorGuard — a cloud-based color verification and compliance solution.

With ColorGuard now supporting Fiery XF-driven printers, you can:

• Automate scheduled color checks

• Detect color drift before it impacts customer jobs

• Track performance across multiple printers in centralized dashboards

• Generate verifiable compliance reports for audits and approvals

• Validate once and maintain consistency across proofing and production

Even better — Fiery XF 9 users can access ColorGuard for large-format printers at no additional cost through the end of 2026.

What this means for you: Less rework, tighter brand color accuracy, faster approvals, and a higher level of trust with your customers.

Personalization Made Simple with Fiery FreeForm Create Compatibility

Fiery XF 9 now integrates seamlessly with Fiery FreeForm Create 2.0, a free stand-alone variable data printing (VDP) application.

With just a few clicks, you can add:

• Personalized text

• Images and graphics

• Barcodes and versioned content

Perfect for applications like:

• Retail signage and promotions

• POP displays and packaging

• Real estate signage

• Education and sports graphics

Jobs can be sent directly from FreeForm Create into Fiery XF 9 — complete with selected printer, media, and workflows.

What this means for you:More high-margin personalized print work without complex VDP software or steep learning curves.

AI-Powered Print Bleed Automation

File prep just got a major upgrade.

Fiery XF 9 introduces AI-powered print bleed support, automatically generating missing bleed with content-aware edges — ideal for gallery wraps, fine art, and trimmed output.

Supported bleed options include:

• Duplicate

• Color extension

• Content-aware fill

Key benefits:

• Saves prepress time

• Reduces trimming errors

• Improves finished product quality

• Enables more profitable fine art and wrap applications

Industry-Leading Standards & Color Accuracy Enhancements

Fiery XF 9 keeps you fully aligned with the latest production and proofing standards, including:

-Adobe PDF Print Engine 6

Ensures predictable, high-fidelity PDF processing from design through final output.

-Multicolor & Extended Gamut Verification

New support for:

• Fogra MediaWedge Multicolor V1 (5-8 color workflows including CMYK+X)

• Fogra 55 7-color reference profiles

• Multicolor workflow templates built directly into Fiery XF

-Large Format CMYK Proofing Improvements

Support for Fogra MediaWedge CMYK V3.0 LFP V2.0, designed specifically for large-format surfaces requiring larger measurement patches for reliable verification.

What this means for you:Tighter tolerances, better brand color fidelity, and confidence in both proofing and production environments.

Smarter Workflow & License Management

Fiery XF 9 also delivers practical productivity upgrades, including:

• “What’s New” pop-ups directly inside Fiery Command WorkStation

• Improved printer license visibility in Server Manager

• Easier license reassignment and control across printer models

Plus new and updated drivers supporting a growing range of wide-format production equipment.

Why This Matters for Your Business

Fiery XF 9 isn’t just an incremental update — it’s a major leap forward in:

✅ Color consistency and compliance

✅ Automation and AI-driven efficiency

✅ Personalization and new revenue opportunities

✅ Industry-standard proofing and production accuracy

✅ Smarter workflow control

For shops focused on fine art, photography, packaging, signage, and high-value production, these enhancements translate directly into faster turnaround, fewer errors, and higher profitability.

Ready to Upgrade? Spectraflow East Is Here to Help!

Upgrading to Fiery XF 9 isn’t just about installing new software — it’s about optimizing your entire color workflow for performance, accuracy, and growth.

At Spectraflow East, our team of certified color experts can help you:

✔ Evaluate your current Fiery workflow

✔ Upgrade to Fiery XF 9 smoothly

✔ Configure ColorGuard and automation tools

✔ Optimize color profiles and standards

✔ Train your team for maximum ROI

Let’s Get You Running on Fiery XF 9

If you’re ready to unlock smarter color control, faster production, and powerful new automation, reach out to Spectraflow East today.

📞 Contact our team for upgrade support, demos, and workflow optimization or to schedule a consultation today! - 646-558-3605

Upgrade to Fiery XF 9 with confidence — and let Spectraflow East help you get the most from your print operation!