Book Dictionary

A mechanical transfer printing system where a matrix (a metal plate) with the desired content needs to be produced and inserted into large machines full of rollers and inks (offset presses). Blank pap...

Marks that indicate where the printed material (book, newspaper, business card, etc.) should be cut or trimmed.

A system of guide lines (horizontal and vertical) used to organize elements in a layout consistently and harmoniously. The grid is the invisible structure that provides order and rhythm to the layout.