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Glossary of Printing Terms

A process where glue is applied to the spine of a book in order to be case bound right after sewing and smashing, just before trimming occurs.

A process where glue is applied to the spine of a book in order to be case bound right after sewing and smashing, just before trimming occurs.

An ink which contains extra varnish quantity. It tends to give a glossy appearance when dry.

An ink which contains extra varnish quantity. It tends to give a glossy appearance when dry.

A cover which is fastened to the text with the use of glue.

A cover which is fastened to the text with the use of glue.

A brief or magnifying glass.

A brief or magnifying glass.

Covering trimmed edges of a book with gold or any other metallic leaf.

Covering trimmed edges of a book with gold or any other metallic leaf.

These are unwanted images that reduce print value. It includes both the mechanical and chemical ghosting.

These are unwanted images that reduce print value. It includes both the mechanical and chemical ghosting.