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This glossary of printing terms was created by people working in today's printing industry and is brought to
you by MirPrint.com . It has been revised and edited and we have rewritten some technical descriptions in every day language
to help the non technical person. Any suggestions that you may have on how we can improve this glossary will be carefully
considered. Please send your comments and any new definitions to us at MirPrint.com.
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Data conversionData Conversion is the conversion of computer data from one format to another before it can be used by a different computer, operating system or program. Data conversions may as simple as the conversion of a text file, or more complex, such as the conversion of office file formats, or ...
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DebossDebossing is an inverted form of embossing in which a relief plate is placed under a sheet of paper as it is run through the printing press, thus recessing and lowering rather than raising that area of the paper.
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DensityDensity refers to the intensity of color or darkness of an image or photograph.
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DieA Die is a specialized tool used to cut, shape, form or place an image on paper in the finishing process. Like molds and templates, dies are generally customized and uniquely matched to the product they are used to create.
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DigitalDigital usually refers to the master Digital File or Files that pertain to the current job and will be used for printing. Usually they are in JPEG, GIF, TIFF, PSD, AI, INDD, PSD and PDF formats.
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Digital PrintersA Digital Printer is used for the reproduction of digital images on physical surfaces, such as common or photographic paper, film, cloth, plastic, etc. A Flatbed Digital Printer allows for a wide range of rigid or flat objects to be printed on, like wood or metal. Digital printers can directly ...
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Dot Matrix PrinterA Dot Matrix Printer or impact matrix printer is a type of computer printer with a print head that runs back and forth, or in an up and down motion, on the page and prints by impact, striking an ink-soaked cloth ribbon against the paper, much like a typewriter. Unlike ...
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