Module 1: Color Fundamentals
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What is the primary purpose of the prepress stage in the workflow?

  • To design the concept idea
  • To evaluate print quality
  • To prepare files for printing (correct)
  • To print the final publication

Which of the following is NOT a common service delivered during the prepress phase?

  • Developing marketing strategies (correct)
  • Creating production ‘print ready PDF’ documents
  • Preparing digital mailing setups
  • Retouching images

What is the recommended resolution for scans supplied for print in the prepress process?

  • 600 dpi
  • 150 dpi
  • 200 dpi
  • 300 dpi (correct)

Which of the following file delivery methods is commonly used for transferring digital files to prepress companies?

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Why are fonts embedded or converted to outlines in print-ready PDFs?

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Which graphic file format is specifically designed to support animations?

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What is a key advantage of using vector file formats?

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What is the primary function of cones in the human eye?

<p>Create the sensation of color and visual sharpness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for objective color interpretation?

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What type of compression does PNG use?

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Which file format is known for excellent compression characteristics and was particularly produced by digital photography?

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In the additive color system, which combination of primary colors results in white?

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Which of the following statements about lossless compression is true?

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What is the process of converting RGB color space to CMYK color space primarily used for?

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What is the primary use of SVG files?

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Which color model is described as subtractive and primarily used in color printing?

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What is the purpose of using a color densitometer?

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Which file format does NOT support non-RGB color spaces like CMYK?

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How many possible colors can be produced in the RGB color system?

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What is a characteristic of TIFF files?

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What steps should be taken to convert colors to another color space?

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What is the primary purpose of Job Definition Format (JDF)?

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What is the primary purpose of halftone in printing?

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Which of the following statements about XML is true?

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Which of the following best describes how higher screen ruling affects print quality?

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What is one effect of using GCR in printing?

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Which file format is widely used for digital photography and image editing?

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What is the typical screen ruling for newspaper printing?

<p>65-85-110 lpi (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'ppi' stand for in relation to scan resolution?

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What technique is described as replacing overlapping cyan, magenta, and yellow with black ink?

<p>Under Color Removal (UCR) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key advantage of using GCR?

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How does type of paper influence print quality?

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What type of files are best suited for cross-media publications?

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If a printer uses a screen ruling of 150 lpi and the image is scaled at 200%, what is the minimum required scan resolution?

<p>600 ppi (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect does image sharpening primarily enhance?

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What is the role of the screen ruling meter in printing?

<p>To define and measure screen ruling in lpi or lpc (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the output resolution (dpi) refer to in a printing context?

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What is a significant advantage of FM screening over AM screening?

<p>Eliminates moiré patterns and offers smoother midtones (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is dot gain in printing?

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What is one of the primary reasons for dot gain in printed materials?

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Which of the following describes the tonal values in screens during printing?

<p>Tonal values range from 0% to 100% ink coverage. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary limitation of conventional AM screening?

<p>Limited sharpness and details with a quality cap of ± 240 lpi. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can dot gain be minimized in the printing process?

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What is the result of using a duotone in printing?

<p>Combines the highlights of a monochrome image with another color. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum size of halftone dots achievable with FM screening technology?

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Flashcards

Prepress

The process that bridges the gap between initial design and actual printing, involving tasks like image and colour correction, page layout adaptations, and creating print-ready PDF documents.

Print-Ready PDF

A digital file format widely used in printing, ensuring consistency across different platforms and printers. These files contain text, images, and layout information, ready for production.

CMYK

A colour model used in printing, employing four primary colours: cyan, magenta, yellow, and black. The combination of these inks create a wide range of colours for printed materials.

Halftone Images

A technique used to create images from continuous tones (like photographs) for printing. It involves breaking down images into tiny dots, adjusting their size to create different tones.

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FTP (File Transfer Protocol)

A digital file transfer protocol commonly used by prepress companies to receive files from clients. It's a standard for large file transfers.

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Rods

The receptors in the eye that are responsible for detecting light and allowing us to see in low-light conditions. Rods are responsible for our perception of black and white.

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Cones

The receptors in the eye that are responsible for detecting color and providing visual sharpness. Cones are responsible for our perception of color and detail.

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Norm Light

A standardized light source used in color assessment that closely resembles natural daylight. It's important for achieving accurate color representation.

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RGB (Red, Green, Blue)

A color model used in digital displays and cameras. It uses red, green, and blue light to create a wide range of colors.

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CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black)

A color model used in printing. It uses cyan, magenta, yellow, and black inks to create a wide range of colors.

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Additive Color System

The process of adding colors together to create other colors. It's used in digital displays where light is emitted.

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Subtractive Color System

The process of subtracting colors from white to create other colors. It's used in printing where inks are used to absorb light.

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Color Space Conversion

The process of converting colors from one color model (like RGB used on screen) to another (like CMYK used for printing). It ensures accurate color reproduction across different mediums.

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Halftone

A reprographic technique that simulates continuous tone imagery using dots, varying either in size or in spacing, thus generating a gradient-like effect.

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Screen Ruling

The number of dots used to create a halftone image, measured in Lines Per Inch (lpi).

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Scan Resolution (ppi)

The resolution at which a digital image is scanned, measured in pixels per inch (ppi).

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Output Resolution (dpi)

The resolution at which a printing device outputs an image, measured in dots per inch (dpi).

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Scale Factor

The factor by which a digital image is scaled up or down.

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Quality Factor

A factor that accounts for the quality of a halftone image, typically set to 1.67 for good print quality.

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Scan Resolution Rule of Thumb

A general rule of thumb for calculating the required number of pixels in a digital image for halftone printing, usually multiplying the screen ruling by 2.

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Type of Paper

The type of paper used for printing, with glossy, smooth paper providing higher quality printing, particularly for halftone images and higher screen rulings.

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AM Screening (Amplitude Modulation)

A printing method where dots vary in size to create different tones. It's like using a grid of magnifying glasses of different sizes.

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FM Screening (Frequency Modulation)

A newer screening method where dots have a fixed size but vary in density, like using a grid of fixed-size squares but changing how many are filled in.

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Moiré Pattern

The unwanted, wavy pattern that can appear in AM screening due to dots interacting across the grid lines.

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Dot Gain

The phenomenon where printed ink spreads and dots appear larger than intended, making the print darker.

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Duotone

A technique where two colors are used to create a special image effect, often seen in older photographs. One color is used in more detail, while the other provides a base tone.

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Duograph

A technique that uses a special color halftone layer to produce a fake duotone effect.

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Tonal Value

The percentage of ink covering a particular area on a printed surface. For example, 100% ink coverage means a solid black.

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Gradient

A smooth, gradual transition between different tones, like a color slowly changing from light to dark.

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What is SVG?

A file format for vector graphics that can be scaled without any loss of quality, making it ideal for logos and illustrations that need to be resized.

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What is EPS?

It's a file format for vector graphics that can be scaled without quality loss. It's frequently used in design software and print applications.

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What is JPEG?

It's a type of file format used for storing images, known for its ability to compress images in a way that reduces file size without significant loss of quality (lossy compression).

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What is PNG?

A file format used for storing images, known for its lossless compression, which means no information is lost during compression, resulting in high-quality images with larger file sizes.

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What is GIF?

A file format well-suited for line art and graphics with sharp edges. It supports animation and smaller file sizes, ideal for website applications and games.

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What is lossless compression?

It refers to a compression technique that reduces file size without sacrificing any image quality, often resulting in larger file sizes compared to lossy compression.

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What is lossy compression?

This involves reducing the size of a file by discarding some data, resulting in a smaller file but potentially some loss of image quality.

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What does transparency mean in image formats?

The ability to store images with transparent backgrounds. It allows images to blend seamlessly with other images or backgrounds.

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XML (Extensible Markup Language)

A digital file format commonly used for publications on the internet, built upon HTML and SGML. It emphasizes content and representation independence, enabling cross-media file creation and development.

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JDF (Job Definition Format)

An XML-based communication protocol used in workflow applications and job tickets. It helps standardize job information and facilitates efficient communication between companies.

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Under Color Removal (UCR)

The process of removing overlapping cyan, magenta, and yellow inks that would have added to a dark (black) and replacing them with black ink only.

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Grey Component Replacement (GCR)

A technique used in printing to replace cyan, magenta, and yellow values that add to gray with black ink, ensuring more efficient ink usage and reducing potential drying/offset problems.

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Adobe Photoshop for Photos

A digital image editing software widely used for photo manipulation, including tasks like image masking, assembly, applying filters, color correction, resolution adjustments, and color conversions.

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Adobe Illustrator for Illustrations

A digital drawing and illustration software, ideal for creating and finishing drawings, paintings, and other vector-based artwork. It's popular for logo design, branding, and web graphics.

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Filter Sharpen

A type of image sharpening filter that applies sharpening to the entire image, often using a filter-based approach or sliders with limitations.

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Unsharp Masking

A type of image sharpening filter that selectively enhances the edges of the image, boosting the contrast of pixels at the edges.

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Study Notes

Module 1: Color

  • The human eye adjusts to darkness using rods, which transmit mostly black and white. Cones create color sensations.
  • 120,000,000 rods; 6,000,000 cones.
  • Cones are divided into red, green, and blue light-sensitive groups.
  • Objective color interpretation requires a dedicated light source, like a 5000-5500°K norm light. Surface must reflect some absorbed light. Tools to measure colors include eyes, color densitometers, and digital cameras.
  • ROYGBIV (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet) represents hues in a rainbow.
  • Color systems are used in graphic production.
  • Additive color system (RGB): mixing red, green, and blue light creates colors. Red+green+blue=white, green+blue=cyan, red+blue=magenta, red+green=yellow.
  • Subtractive color system (CMYK): used for printing, cyan+magenta+yellow=black. Red+green+blue=White, Green+Blue=Cyan, Red+Blue=Magenta, Red+Green=Yellow.
  • RGB on-screen displays create 16,777,216 possible colors.
  • Cyan Magenta Yellow Black (CMYK) is a subtractive color model used in printing (4-color printing). This usually involves toner cartridges in printers.
  • Color perception depends on light conditions (e.g., 5500° K or D50/D65 standard white light) and environmental conditions.

Module 2: Prepress

  • Prepress is the step between concept design and print.
  • Important services include image and color correction, page layout adjustments, and creating print-ready PDFs.

Module 3: File Formats

  • Input options for text can include OCR (Optical Character Recognition) or speech-to-text software.
  • Input options for images include scanning, using a camera or digital drawing tablets.
  • File formats should be checked with the supplier's guidelines, file type and formats, color profiles, and rendering.
  • PDF/X (PDF standards) are important for print-ready files.
  • Other important file formats include XML, and RGB, CMYK, PNG, TIFF, SVG & EPS.

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