Xerox 12 Text paper, Trail edge, Translucent papers, Uncoated paper, Vellum finish, Virgin paper

GLOSSARY

SWOP:

Abbreviation for Specifications for Web Offset Publications.

T

Text paper:

Designation for printing papers with textured surfaces such as laid or linen. Some mills also use “text” to refer to any paper they consider top-of-the- line, whether or not its surface has a texture.

Trail edge:

The edge of the paper that feeds last into the copier

Translucent papers:

Papers that will allow information to be seen through them but not totally clear like an acetate.

U

Uncoated paper:

Paper that has not been coated with clay. Also called offset paper.

V

Vellum finish:

Somewhat absorbent, rough, toothy finish.

Virgin paper:

Paper made exclusively of pulp from trees or cotton, as compared to recycled paper.

W

Wire side:

Side of the paper that rests against the Fourdrinier wire during papermaking, as compared to felt side.

Writing paper:

A paper with a hard surface which makes it good for writing on it with pen or pencil.

X

Xerographic paper:

A strong, durable paper used for electrostatic photocopiers and printers.

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