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Proofing – The process of reviewing and checking print materials before the final print run to ensure accuracy and quality.
Digital Proofing – A type of proofing using digital tools to create a preview that closely resembles the final print, allowing for on-screen checks without physical prints.
CMYK Colour Management – The practice of controlling colours in printing by managing the CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Black) colour model to ensure consistency and accuracy in print outputs.
Scanning – The process of converting physical images or documents into digital format, used to digitise artwork, photos, and printed materials for reproduction.
Pre-flight Check – A final check of all digital files before printing to ensure all elements, such as images, fonts, and colours, meet printing specifications.
Layout – The arrangement of text, images, and other design elements on a page to create a visually appealing and functional design for print or digital use.
Litho – Short for lithographic printing, a traditional method using metal plates and ink to produce high-quality, large-volume prints with consistent colours.
Digital (including white, neon pink, and neon yellow inks) – Digital printing allows for direct printing from digital files and supports specialty inks, such as white and vibrant neon colours, for striking, unique effects.
Gold and Silver – Special metallic inks used to add luxurious gold or silver details to printed materials, creating a premium, eye-catching finish.
Clear Inks – A transparent ink that adds a glossy or spot gloss finish to selected areas, enhancing visual impact and giving a textured effect on the print.
Cutting – The process of trimming printed materials to their final size or shape, ensuring clean, precise edges.
Folding – Creasing and bending printed sheets to form booklets, leaflets, or brochures, allowing for various formats and page layouts.
Stitching – Also known as saddle stitching, a method of binding pages together using staples along the spine, typically for booklets or magazines.
Perfect Binding – A binding method where pages are glued along the spine to create a flat, smooth edge, commonly used for paperback books and thicker publications.
Lamination – Applying a thin plastic film over printed materials to add durability, water resistance, and a glossy or matte finish.
Die Cutting – Using a custom-shaped metal die to cut printed materials into unique shapes, adding creative design elements or custom trims.
Foil Blocking – A technique that applies metallic foil (usually gold or silver) to printed materials using heat and pressure, adding a luxurious, reflective effect.
Embossing/Debossing – Embossing raises parts of the print surface for a tactile effect, while debossing presses them down, creating depth and texture.
Case Binding/Hardback Books – A durable binding technique where pages are sewn and glued into a hard, protective cover, typically used for premium, long-lasting books.
Mailing and Distribution – The final stage of sending printed materials to recipients or distributing them to various locations, essential for direct mail campaigns and large-scale printing projects.
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