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Printing Registration: A Key Factor in High-Quality Printing
Precise Registration is a requirement for high-quality printing. If the inks used for printing are out of register, images and text can appear fuzzy or blurred.
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Printing Terminology: What is “Artwork” in Printing?
There are many Printing and Graphic Design terms whose meaning is not immediately clear to people outside these fields. The term “Artwork” is a good example.
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Offset Printing: What is Make Ready?
“Make-Ready” is critical to the success of Offset printing jobs. This article explains the important tasks performed during the Make Ready process...
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What are PDF files? Why do Printing Companies prefer them?
A PDF file captures the original formatting of an electronic document and allows it to be shared across multiple platforms and software applications.
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What is a Print Ready File?
Submitting artwork files that are “Print Ready” helps to avoid production delays and ensures your print projects will turn out exactly as intended. Learn more…
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Aqueous Coating vs UV Coating: Understanding the Differences
Though Aqueous and UV coatings are both used to enhance the durability and appearance of printed pieces, there are several key differences between the two…
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