Comp. Graph. FINAL Flashcards
Vector Graphics
Images and lines determined by mathematic equations. Modified and resized without using detail
Raster Graphics
Images that are generated using pixels that are assigned to a specific location and value, can lose scale if scaled up
DPI
(Dots per inch) - measure of how many dots fit into a linear inch
PPI
(Pixels Per Inch) - measure of pixel density used by electronic image devices
Minimum Resolution
300 dpi
CMYK
Four model process that is used to print, subtractive process
RGB
Three hues of light that can be mixed to create dif. colors seen on video and monitors
Hex
A six-digit number used in web design and software to represent color
Pantone
standardized color reproduction system in with every hue is given a number
Artboards
Separate work spaces in illustrator, can export individually as pages
Fill
color, pattern, gradient inside an object
Stroke
outline of an object or path
Levels and Curves
Functions in PS that alter tonal range of an image
Layer Mask
Allows to show or hide selected areas of a layer without permanently affecting the pixels
Adjustment layers
non-destructive image adjustments to the layers below them.