Print Lingo

BleedArea beyond the trim edge

CMYKCyan, Magenta, Yellow, Key (black) color model

Die CutCustom shape cut into paper

DPIDots per inch, resolution measure

EmbossingRaised design pressed into paper

GutterInner margin where pages bind

HalftoneImage made of dots for printing

LaminatePlastic coating applied to printed pieces

PDFPortable Document Format

PerforationLine of small holes for tearing

ProofTest print for approval

ResolutionDetail level of an image

ScoreCrease line for folding

Spot ColorSpecific ink color (e.g. Pantone)

TrimFinal cut size of a printed piece

If you're curious about any other printing terms we highly recommend checking out PrintWiki.

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