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type: guide
title: "2-Color Printing Using Pantone or Spot Color Inks"
description: "Two-color printing uses two Pantone spot inks for crisp, on-brand color at a lower cost than full CMYK. Learn when to use it and how to set up your file."
resource: https://www.4over4.com/guide/2-color-printing-using-pantone-or-spot-color-inks
tags: ["guide"]
timestamp: 2026-07-20T18:54:40.856Z
---

# 2-Color Printing Using Pantone or Spot Color Inks

Two-color printing uses two Pantone spot inks for crisp, on-brand color at a lower cost than full CMYK. Learn when to use it and how to set up your file.

See [all guide concepts](index.md).

- Page type: guide
- URL: https://www.4over4.com/guide/2-color-printing-using-pantone-or-spot-color-inks