Print Dictionary

Printing

Non-Impact Printer

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...

Design

Kerning

Kerning is a typographic term that refers to the adjustment of the space between two individual characters in a font to achieve visually pleasing a...

Printing

Job Definition Format (JDF)

Job Definition Format (JDF) is a standard file format used in the printing industry to describe the specifications and details of a print job. It s...

Printing

Image Setter

An image setter is a specialized device used in the prepress stage of printing to produce high-resolution film or plates containing the images and ...

Printing

Hairline Register

Hairline register, in the context of printing and graphic design, refers to the precise alignment and registration of two or more colors or element...

Printing

Galley Proof

A galley proof refers to an early version of a publication that is created for review and correction before the final printing. It serves as a cruc...

Printing

Fadeometer

A Fadeometer is a device used to measure and assess the colorfastness or resistance to fading of printed materials or textiles over time. It plays ...

Printing

Electronic Printing

Electronic printing is a modern printing method that involves reproducing digital images directly onto various surfaces without the need for tradit...

Printing

DCS (Desktop Color Separation)

Desktop Color Separation is a graphic design and printing process that involves dividing a full-color image into its individual color components us...

Color Blanks

Color blanks typically refer to pre-cut or pre-printed sheets or cards that serve as a starting point for various printed materials or projects. Th...

Design

Color Balance

In the realm of printing, "color balance" refers to the harmonious distribution and blending of colors within a printed image to achieve accurate a...