Connect Typefi Orion to a Typefi Server

Typefi Orion needs a connection to a Typefi Server to attach to publications and workflows and produce output. There are a few different server addresses depending on the product you purchased:

ProductServer address
Typefi Desktophttp://localhost:8080
Typefi WorkgroupPlease ask your Solutions Consultant
Typefi Cloudhttps://orion.typefi.net

You will also need a username and password provided by Typefi or your IT department. If you are unsure, ask your Solutions Consultant.

Adding a server connection

To connect Orion to a Typefi Server:

  1. In the Orion tab, within the Orion group, click Options.
    Options menu icon in the Orion group
  2. In the Typefi Orion Options dialog, go to Server connections and click Add.
  3. In the Connect to Server dialog, type in the server address, for example, for Typefi Cloud type: https://orion.typefi.net and click Next.

Typefi Desktop

The server address uses https:// by default. If you are using Typefi Desktop, replace this with http://.

  1. Enter your username and password, then select Remember my password.
  2. Click Test. If the test is successful, you will receive the message: 'Successfully connected to server.'
  3. Click OK.
  4. (If applicable) If you have multiple Cloud server connections, select the server address, for example, https://orion.typefi.net and click Set as Default.
  5. Click OK in the Connect to Server dialog.
Last updated: 22 Jan 2026, 19:08:43
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