a printing technique in which the inked image is transferred from a plate to a rubber blanket and then to the printing surface
Offset Printing
What does CMYK mean?
Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Key (Black)
What are the four basic file requirements?
Image Quality, Size, Color Mode, Safety and Bleed
Ink heads have direct contact with the paper itself. This is ideal for small runs 200 pcs. and below.
Digital Printing
What is the required resolution for standard and large-format products?
300 DPI for standard and 150 DPO for LFP
This allows us to print on a larger scale and make an impact while still maintaining high resolution and clarity
Large Format Printing
What is the distance between the bleed and trimline?
.125"
What is the minimum text size for white texts on dark background?
7 pt.
What is the color values of rich black?
C - 40, M - 40, Y - 40, K - 100
What is the minimum text size for dark text on a white background?
5 pt.
What are the three types of artwork elements?
Background, midground, and foreground
True or False: We can print pantone colors.
True! This is for custom.
Define raster graphics.
These are pixel-based images.
What is the difference between RGB and CMYK colors?
RGB is used for media (screens on computers, etc.) and CMYK is used for print output.
Define vector graphics
This is made up of multiple reference points and curves. Scalable without quality loss.
True or False: For digital printing, the maximum paper size and printable area is 13" x 19".
False. The maximum paper size is 13" x 19"; however, the printable area is 12" x 18" only.
16 pt. cardstock
What is the foil limit on the surface area?
50%
What is the minimum text height for vinyl lettering?
.5"
What is the step-by-step process for checking the color mode in Acrobat?
Output Preview - Show - Choose CMYK or RGB to see elements
A process where a color overlaps with another color, resulting to a different color output.
Overprinting
True or False: To avoid color issues for the blue color, the magenta and cyan should not have the same color values (at least 30%) with values for yellow and black.
True! Or else the blue will print purple.
What is the difference between the white ink option as seen on screen and follow file settings?
As seen on screen - File will print as it is viewed on the canvas. All white areas will print white. Printed colors will have a white ink layer underneath to make them vibrant and opaque.
Follow File Settings - The white layers of the file will be used as indicated. *Requires a layered file.