Glossary of Terms
We take great pride in making our clients feel confident about their jobs during the production process. To help you gain a better understanding of what’s happening with your project, we’ve compiled a glossary of terms that we commonly use in our industry.
Glossary of Commonly Used Industry Terms
There are currently 22 names in this directory beginning with the letter M.
Machine Coated
Paper that has had a coating applied to either one or two of its sides during the papermaking process.
Machine Finish
A paper finish that results from the interaction of the paper with the Fourdrinier process as opposed to post machine embossing. Reference, Fourdrinier
Magnetic Black
Black pigments containing black iron oxides, used for magnetic ink character recognition.
Mask (2)
A photo negative or positive used in the color separation process to color correct. Reference, PRINTING, mask.
Match Print
Photographic proof made from all color flats and form composite proof showing color quality as well as accuracy, layout, and imposition before plates are made.
Mechanical
A term used to describe finished artwork that is camera ready for reproduction, including all type, photos, illustrations etc.
Metropolitan Service Area
A group of ZIP codes usually in close proximity defining a large metropolitan area (e.g. New York City or Los Angeles).
Midtone Dot
Commonly taken as the area between highlight and shadow area of a subject's face in halftone image.
Moire
An undesirable halftone pattern produced by the incorrect angles of overprinting halftone screens.