Desktop Publishing

Question 1

WHAT IS IT?

Answer 1

is the process of using software to create publications such as magazines, newspapers, books, leaflets and posters on a desktop computer or laptop. in short, it enables the production of documents that combine text and graphics.

Question 2

1 BENIFIT

Answer 2

layouts can be created on a grid using the snap-to-grid and guidelines functions for speed and accuracy.

Question 3

2 BENIFIT

Answer 3

images can be edited and manipulated easily, colour, size, cropping and shaping can all be edited creatively.

Question 4

3 BENIFIT

Answer 4

visuals can be sent electronically to the client for approval therefore saving time.

Question 5

4 BENIFIT

Answer 5

the clients and editors modifications can be made quickly and easily.

Question 6

5 BENIFIT

Answer 6

graphic designers can work from home therefore saving travel costs and reducing their carbon footprint.

Question 7

6 BENIFIT

Answer 7

communication between the graphic designer, client and print company is easily done via email.

Question 8

DTP TERMS BITMAP:

Answer 8

BITMAP: an image file comprised of pixels. these tend to be large files.

Question 9

DTP TERMS BLEED:

Answer 9

BLEED: a extension of a graphic or block of colour beyond the trimmed edge of the page.

Question 10

DTP TERMS DROP SHADOW:

Answer 10

DROP SHADOW:a shadow created behind an object or text to create depth and emphasis.

Question 11

DTP TERMS DROP CAPITAL:

Answer 11

DROP CAPITAL: the first letter (uppercase) in an article or paragraph that is enlarged and dropped below the line. identifies the start of an article.