Print Dictionary

Printing

Magenta Screen

A "magenta screen" refers to the halftone screen used to reproduce the magenta color channel in four-color process printing. It consist...

Printing

Laid Paper

Laid paper is a type of paper characterized by thin, parallel laid lines running across its surface, typically visible when held up to the light. T...

Printing

Halftone

Halftone refers to a printing technique used to reproduce continuous-tone images, such as photographs or gradients, by breaking them down into a se...

Printing

Electrostatic Plates

Electrostatic plates are a critical component in the process of electrostatic printing. These plates, often made of metal or other cond...

Finishing

Z-Fold

A Z-fold is a folding method commonly used in print design to create a zigzag or accordion-like pattern in a document. This folding technique invol...

Design

Warm Color

In the realm of print design, warm colors play a crucial role in influencing the visual appeal, emotional response, and overall impact of printed m...

Printing

UnderColor Addition (UCA)

Undercolor addition (UCA) is a color correction technique used in printing to enhance the richness and depth of neutral tones, primarily in full-co...

Binding

Saddle Stitch

Saddle stitching is a popular binding method used in the printing and publishing industry to secure and bind multi-page booklets, magazines, or bro...

Binding

Oblong

In the context of print and binding, the term "oblong" refers to a format where the publication is bound along the shorter dimension, resulting in ...

Printing

Non-Impact Printer

A non-impact printer is a type of printer that does not use a striking mechanism to transfer ink or toner onto paper. Unlike impact printers, which...

Finishing

Machine Coated

Machine coated refers to a coating process where materials, such as paper or metal, receive a coating application using specialized machinery. This...

Finishing

Lacquer

Lacquer is a clear or colored coating applied to various surfaces to enhance their appearance, provide protection, and add durability. It is a liqu...