Data Compression
Technique of reducing the file size of electronic images and files, to allow it to be processed or transmitted more quickly.
Printing Glossary
Baffled by the jargon some printers use? Let us explain what all those terms mean...
Data Decompression
Technique of expanding a compressed file to its original size.
Deboss
A process of imprinting an image by applying pressure to the front side of a material, giving it an indented effect.
Densitometer
Instrument used to measure density.
Density
The degree of colour or darkness of an image.
Density Range
The measure of tonal values derived by calculating the difference in density from the shadow tones to the highlight tones of an image.
Desktop Publishing (DTP)
The use of personal computers, or workstations, to design and produce digital documents.
Die
A specialized tool used for cutting, scoring, stamping, embossing or debossing.
Die Cut
To give paper a specific shape by using a metal die.
Digital Paper
Paper specifically designed for digital printing technology.
Digital Printing
The process of printing directly from a computer file without using conventional printing plates.
Digital Proofing
A proof that has been created by the use of digital files rather than from plates.
