| The gate fold is a three panel folding format in which the two outer panels are equal to half the width of the center panel. This folding format creates the effect of two doors opening. This allows advertises to create a dramatic effect using relatively little paper.
... Read More  | | Gate Fold | A gate fold is a method of folding wherein the left and right panels fold inward along parallel folds and meet in the middle with no overlapping of the panels. The gate fold is a popular fold for greeting cards and brochures. It is also used for oversized advertisements in magazines.
... Read More | | | | Gathered | The term gathered refers to a process that is done prior to binding wherein all materials both printed and non-printed are brought together and “stacked” in the correct sequence in which they are to appear in the book or other publication. Gathering is one of the final processes in printing.
... Read More | | | | Ghost Halftone | | A ghost halftone is a normal halftone that has had its density reduced to produce a very faint image. Ghost halftones are often screened to help create their ghost-like appearance. A ghost halftone may have a translucent solid color printed over it or it may have solid copy printed over it. Also cal ... Read More | | | | Ghosting | | In the printing industry, ghosting refers to unwanted images that appear on printed materials due to a number of mechanical or chemical problems with a printing press or printing machine. Mechanical ghosting can occur when printing blankets are either worn out or ink starved. The result can be un ... Read More | | | | Gilding | | Gilding is the process of applying a metal leaf or powder in a very thin layer to a solid item. In printing, gilding is most often applied as a decorative finish to the edge of the pages that are exposed when the book is firmly closed. It is also used on book covers, illustrations, or graphics on an ... Read More | | | | Gloss | | Gloss is a term used for paper that has a shiny finish, which provides an excellent surface for printing as ink will not bleed through the shiny coating. Gloss paper comes in different weights and is used for printing magazines, brochures, mailers, information sheets, etc, as well as photographs. Gl ... Read More | | | | Gloss Ink | Gloss ink is an ink that has a shiny finish when dry. It is often used for outdoor printing applications as it stands up well to outdoor conditions. Gloss ink may also be used to add a decorative finish to other printing projects such as business cards or invitations.
... Read More | | | | Grade | | Grade is the classification of paper into categories according to the properties of the paper in several different areas. For instance, the paper type, brand, or finish all have a part in determining the grade of paper. The paper grade by type of paper is based on the pulp that is used, various trea ... Read More | | |
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