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.
  • Raster
    The process of rendering an image or page, pixel by pixel, in a sweeping horizontal motion, one line after another.
  • Raster image
    An image that is defined as a collection of pixels arranged in a rectangular array.
  • Raster image file format (RIFF)
    A storage format used with gray scale images.
  • Raster image processing (RIP)
    A process using mathematical algorithms to enlarge and print an image.
  • Rasterization
    Changing vector type image information to raster image information.
  • Rasterized type
    Type that has rough or stair-stepped edges.
  • Truevision advanced raster graphics adapter (TARGA)
    A graphic expansion board and type of file format for exchanging 24-bit color files.