Glossary of Printing Terms

What is: Overrun ?

This refers to the number of paper that is being produced that is above the specific number which has been ordered. When it is used in relation to printing, it...

What is: Overrun ?

This refers to the number of paper that is being produced that is above the specific number which has been ordered. When it is used in relation to printing, it...

What is: Overprinting ?

This refers to the art of double printing. In other words, it describes the reprinting on a surface or area that has already undergone the process earlier.

What is: Overprinting ?

This refers to the art of double printing. In other words, it describes the reprinting on a surface or area that has already undergone the process earlier.

What is: Parallel Fold ?

Series of folds made in sequence and a parallel arrangement.

What is: Parallel Fold ?

Series of folds made in sequence and a parallel arrangement.

What is: Paraded Watermark ?

A paraded watermark usually appears in a horizontal or vertical line on each sheet of paper.

What is: Paraded Watermark ?

A paraded watermark usually appears in a horizontal or vertical line on each sheet of paper.

What is: Papeterie ?

A paper which is used for stationery, greeting cards, and many others. Unlike regular stock, embossing and special watermarks may be used on a papeterie.

What is: Papeterie ?

A paper which is used for stationery, greeting cards, and many others. Unlike regular stock, embossing and special watermarks may be used on a papeterie.

What is: Paperbound ?

A book which is covered with paper is referred to as paperbound. It is so known as a softcover or paperback.

What is: Paperbound ?

A book which is covered with paper is referred to as paperbound. It is so known as a softcover or paperback.

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