Printing Glossary(A-Z)

Explore our complete Printing Terms Glossary from A–Z. Find concise, accurate definitions of printing terminology, industry vocabulary, and print production jargon.

Quadratone

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Quadratone refers to Refers to a printing that is with four images at different angles and different colors. These colors come in four and they have color and that is for the chosen color. It is a standard concept in printing. Usage varies with process and material.

Quartertone

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Quartertone describes The printing tone that has a percentage that is about 25% that is the same size as a printing dot. It is a standard concept in printing. Usage varies with process and material.

Quick set inks

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Within the trade, quick set inks refers to Inks that set up and dry faster that is from top to bottom. When sheets are sent back to the press, these inks are used for faster drying. It affects drying, adhesion, and print appearance.

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