Print Basics
This is the extra image area that extends past the edge of the paper so nothing important is trimmed off when the job is cut.
bleed
One of the seven elements of design that describes the path between two points. (one word)
Line
Monitors and screens display color using three channels commonly labeled with three letters.
RGB
The program mainly used to lay out magazines and multi-page books
InDesign
How many kids should operate the large paper cutter at one time? Write the number.
One
A standard paper size measured as 8.5 × 11 inches is called what?
letter
The element of design that refers to how dark or light something appears (one word).
Value
Photographic images made of tiny squares that get blocky when enlarged are called what? (one word)
Whole image NOT the squares
Raster
Which file type is best to send someone for "Looks good!" and preserves layout and fonts across computers? Circle: EPS, TIF, PDF
Before using heavy machines you must have these two things: (two words separated by &).
Training & Permission
The name for the material you print on (paper, fabric, metal) — one word.
Substrate
When shapes look like they have depth or volume, which element is being used? (one word)
Form
Printing that uses a pattern of tiny dots to make tones and shades in images is called what? (one word)
Halftone
The tool in layout programs that selects and edits individual anchor points on a shape is called the ____ Selection tool.
Direct (Direct Selection)
If a design will be cut after printing, why do we add bleed?
To allow images or colors to extend past the trim so there is no white edge after cutting (prevents unwanted white borders).
The acronym for the print process that uses the four letters to mix inks for magazines and brochures.
CMYK
Name the principle that explains why large and small elements should work together—this helps balance the design.
Proportion
Which color mode is best for designs that will be printed with ink
CMYK
The tool used to place and edit text blocks is called the ____ Tool
Type Tool
A common fast method to print many T‑shirts is called ____ printing.
Screen (or Screenprinting)
A fast method used to print millions of identical copies (often used for newspapers and high-volume books). Name the process.
Offset lithography (or simply Lithography / Offset) — accept "Offset printing" or "Lithography"
List all seven elements of design: write the seven words separated by commas. (Full credit only if all seven are correct)
Line, Shape, Form, Space, Color, Texture, Value
When preparing images for print, which file type below is vector-based and keeps shapes smooth at any size? JPE, PNG, TIF, SVG
SVG
Which object type has pixel-based image data and is best for photos: raster or vector? (one word)
Raster
Explain in 1–2 sentences how you would check that a print file is ready to send to press (include checks for size, color mode, bleed, and fonts)
Check page size and orientation, confirm color mode is CMYK for print, ensure at least 1/8 inch bleed is included, embed or outline fonts, and confirm images are high resolution (300 dpi)