Print Dictionary

Printing

Oleophilic

Printing

Oleophilic

In the context of printing, an oleophilic surface is one that attracts and holds onto oil-based inks effectively, which is essential for processes ...

Design

Moire

Moiré refers to a pattern of interference that occurs when two regular grids or repetitive patterns overlap, resulting in a secondary, often di...

Design

Middle Tones

Middle tones refer to the range of colors or grayscale values in an image that fall between the darkest shadows and the brightest highlights. In bo...

Design

HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value)

HSV stands for Hue, Saturation, and Value, a color model used in various color applications, including digital imaging and graphic design. It descr...

Form Rollers

Form rollers are cylindrical components in printing presses that transfer ink from the fountain to the printing plate, ensuring even and consistent...

Design

Diazo

Diazo is a photocopying process that uses light-sensitive diazonium salts to produce clear, sharp images, commonly used for reproducing architectur...

Printing

Leaders

Leaders are thin, solid lines or rules used in the layout of documents, typically found in tables of contents, indexes, and other lists. They guide...

Printing

He/Ne

A type of gas laser that uses a mixture of helium and neon gases to produce a coherent, monochromatic light beam, typically with a wavelength of 63...

Printing

Draw-Down

Draw-down refers to the process of applying a small amount of ink or paint onto a test surface to evaluate its color, texture, and consistency befo...

Design

Copy Preparation

Copy preparation refers to the process of organizing and formatting text before it is sent to a printer or publisher. This includes editing, proofr...

Printing

Cylinder Gap

The cylinder gap is the space between the printing cylinder and the plate or blanket in a printing press. This gap is crucial for achieving accurat...

Design

Expanded Type

Expanded type is a typographic technique where letters are stretched out horizontally to give them a wider, more impactful look. It’s like giving y...

Design

Blind Image

A "blind image" refers to a print or graphic element that is created without the use of any ink, usually achieved through techniques such as emboss...