Glossary of Printing Terms

What is: Color proofs ?

This refers to the initial pieces that were printed and then are removed from the press to get the final approval.

What is: Color proofs ?

This refers to the initial pieces that were printed and then are removed from the press to get the final approval.

What is: Color processing printing ?

Refers to printing that is done with the aid of different colors such as yellow, black, magenta or cyan inks. Each color makes use of its negatives and plate. Also...

What is: Color processing printing ?

Refers to printing that is done with the aid of different colors such as yellow, black, magenta or cyan inks. Each color makes use of its negatives and plate. Also...

What is: Color key ?

Refers to a proof that is overlaying and has just one color per sheet of acetate.

What is: Color key ?

Refers to a proof that is overlaying and has just one color per sheet of acetate.

What is: Color guide ?

These are guidelines that are fastened to artwork or a disc that shows the mechanical location, percentage and the type of color asked of.

What is: Color guide ?

These are guidelines that are fastened to artwork or a disc that shows the mechanical location, percentage and the type of color asked of.

What is: Color correction ?

Any means to improve the rendition of colors

What is: Color correction ?

Any means to improve the rendition of colors

What is: Color comp ?

An imitation of a proposed layout used during the presentation.

What is: Color comp ?

An imitation of a proposed layout used during the presentation.

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