DTP

Question 1

Name the two types of balance

Answer 1

• Symmetrical • Asymmetrical

Question 2

What are the uses of symmetrical balance

Answer 2

Symmetrical design can communicate stability and strength, which are appropriate for a traditional or conservative piece, often used by banks, lawyers and medical profession documents.

Question 3

What are the uses of asymmetrical balance

Answer 3

Asymmetrical layouts are generally more dynamic and by intentionally ignoring balance the designer can create tension, express movement, contrast, variety or convey a mood such as anger, excitement, joy, or casual amusement.

Question 4

Name the two types of rhythm

Answer 4

Repetition – repeats the DTP elements throughout document. Variation – Change in size, placement or style of DTP element.

Question 5

Explain depth

Answer 5

Depth is the effect of creating designs that appear to stand out from the page, simple techniques can make your publication more eye catching to the reader.

Question 6

Name two examples of how depth can be used

Answer 6

• Placing text behind and image.
• Using drop shadow to make it standout.
• Placing an object in front of other elements
(line, shapes, images etc)

Question 7

Explain unity

Answer 7

Unity in graphic design allows the reader to have visual cues telling them which parts of the layout are linked together.

Question 8

Name two ways unity can be used

Answer 8

• Unity in Colour
• Unity in Shapes
• Unity in Close Connections

Question 9

Explain the use of proximity

Answer 9

Adjusting the spacing between a number of design elements to create a close proximity can be enough to enhance your overall effectiveness and style of your publication.
Proximity allows information and content to be presented a lot easier, quicker and more enjoyable to read for the user.

Question 10

Explain the usefulness of alignment

Answer 10

Alignment of DTP elements can help improve the layout structure of a publication, alignment will often vary from one layout to another.
As with all layouts, it depends on the purpose of the publication and the target market it’s aimed for.

Question 11

Explain alignment of body of texts

Answer 11

The alignment of body text can be produced into several formats such as Left, Right, Centred and Fully Justified.

Question 12

Explain the difference between dominance and emphasis

Answer 12

Emphasis Dominance
– happens when an item is made more eye catching.
– occurs when one item stands out more than others, it dominates the layout.

Question 13

What is white space

Answer 13

White space refers to the canvas space left in between different elements of your design.

Question 14

Explain what grids and structures are

Answer 14

Grids give order to graphic design. They speed up the design process by helping designers decide where content should be placed rather than where it could be placed. They shouldn’t be ignored nor should they be strictly followed.

Question 15

What is the rule of thirds

Answer 15

The rule states that a publication can be divided into nine equal parts by two space horizontal lines and vertical lines.
The intersection points can be used to focus on your main elements, or the boxes formed can provide a space for your elements.

Question 16

Explain contrast ( size )

Answer 16

Having a contrast of size adds visual interest in the composition, and will help you establish the key elements in your layout so you can be sure the viewer is focusing on the right area.

Question 17

What is the effect of contrast (shape)

Answer 17

It’ll allow you to make the principal elements of your publication stand out by creating a noticeable difference in shape compared to the rest of the elements in the layout.

Question 18

Explain uses of line

Answer 18

Lines are an important element in the design of publication, they are used to separate parts of a layout, connect parts of a layout or create emphasis to particular text of a layout. Curved lines often give a more dynamic or fluid look to a design. They indicate movement and energy.

Question 19

Give uses of shapes

Answer 19

• Organise information through connection and separation.
• Symbolise different ideas.
• Create movement, texture, and depth.
• Convey mood and emotion.
• Emphasise and create entry points and
areas of interest.
• Lead the eye from one design element to
the next.