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What does Collate mean in Printing?
Collating refers to how printed documents are organized. Collated printing is arranged in a specific order. Uncollated printing is not arranged in any particular order.
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What is Synthetic Paper?
Synthetic paper will print and fold just like traditional paper, but it is much more durable. Synthetic paper is also completely waterproof and resists stains.
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Printing Terminology: Simplex vs Duplex Printing
Simplex Printing and Duplex Printing are industry terms used to describe whether a paper sheet or other substrate is printed on one side or both sides.
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What is Head to Head Printing?
Head to Head is a term associated with Double-sided printing. It refers to how each side of the sheet is oriented to the other when printed back to back.
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Printing Terminology: What does Preflighting mean?
Graphic Designers and Commercial Printers preflight artwork files to identify and correct issues that might prevent the files from printing properly.
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Plastic Comb Books: What does the "Comb" refer to?
Plastic Comb Binding uses a pre-formed spine that resembles a long cylinder. The cylindrical spine has curved tines along its entire length.
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