Xerox 550 source profile, spine trim size, spot color library, step and repeat, substrate

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source profile

The specifications for how the CMYK and RGB values in a file should be interpreted as an actual color when displayed or output through a given device.

spine trim size

The space between adjacent pages on a printed sheet.

spot color

A special ink color, not included in the process color set, that is used to specify the color of a graphic design element.

spot color library

A collection of spot colors for which spotless color recipes are sought. A spot color library contains one or more spot colors. Each spot color includes a name and a CIELAB color space.

step and repeat

The procedure of copying the same image by stepping it in position both horizontally and vertically according to a predetermined layout.

stochastic screening

A digital screening process that converts images into very small dots of equal size and variable spacing. Also referred to as frequency-modulated (FM) screening.

substrate

Any printing surface to which ink will adhere. Also referred to as stock.

TIFF

Acronym for Tagged Image File Format. TIFF is a file format used to describe, store, and exchange bitmap images. TIFF is cross- platform, highly flexible, and capable of saving a wide variety of image types, including photographs and illustrations. Most page makeup and image editing software supports TIFF.