Glossary

The PRINTING United Alliance Glossary serves as an excellent industry terminology resource. It is the language by which we all communicate. Without it, universal understanding would be impossible.

To keep our constituents well informed about changes to the increasingly complex industry terminology, PRINTING United Alliance has developed this glossary of terms. Definitions are for general reference only. Usage may vary between companies, individuals, or national and country customs. The information presented is as accurate as the authors and editors can ascertain and PRINTING United Alliance assumes no responsibility for the use of information presented herein.
  • Alter
    A change made to an image element, color, or page layout through computer manipulation.
  • Alteration
    Change in copy or specification made after production has begun.
  • Alternating current (AC)
    Electric current that periodically reverses the direction of electron flow.
  • Alternative method
    Within the meaning of the Clean Air Act (US), any method of sampling and/or analyzing for an air pollutant, which is not a reference (or equivalent) method, but which has been demonstrated to produce results adequate for the determination of compliance with the Act.