By default, a new installation of Smart Job Cost Estimator is configured for an inkjet printer.
The default settings are not intended to represent a specific production device, but they are enough to generate estimates and evaluate the main workflow.
Drag and drop a single-page PDF into the Job queue pane, or use the Import jobs... button in the bottom left to select the file.
The job appears in the queue. Select it to show a larger thumbnail in the Job preview pane, along with the page dimensions and page count.
Set the number of copies to estimate with the Copies control at the bottom of the preview pane.
To estimate the job, click the calculator button in the job row. This opens the Cost report dialog.
The list on the left shows the compatible Smart Media available for the job. Select the media you want to compare, then click Calculate. When the estimate completes, a report tile appears for each selected media. Select a tile to show the ink cost breakdown.