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1.02 MAWD
understand digital communication products
Term | Definition |
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Template | A standard pre-formatted layout which may contain a color scheme, font scheme, pictures, and present margins. |
The grid system | organizing content on a page, using any combination of margins, guides, rows and columns. |
Types of guidelines | Non-printing lines used to assist the developer in placing objects. |
Margin guides | Non- printing lines that indicate the space between the edge of the page and the documents contents. |
Column guides | Non- printing lines that control the flow of the text within columns. |
Gutter | Space between columns |
Ruler guides | Non- printing lines used to precisely align objects. |
Page size | Varies according to publication or digital device. |
Master Page | Includes items and formats common to every page; used to maintain layout consistency. |
Prototype | An example of how the final document should appear; often used to show clients in the early stages of design. |
Business Card | Small card printed with one's name, professional occupation, company position, business address, and other contact information. |
Letterhead | A printed heading on stationery stating a person's or organization's name and address. |
Flyer | A one page document posted for public viewing; can be used to advertise a one-time event or for informational purposes. |
Brochure | Informational pamphlet usually folded into sections. |
Newsletter | A bulletin issued periodically to the members of a society, business, or organizations; usually outlines news and current events. |
Advertisment | A notice or announcement in a public medium promoting a product, service, or event. |
Magazine Layout | The arrangement of graphics and copy in a magazine. |
Infographic | Graphical representation of information or data intended to present complex information quickly and clearly. |
Graphics | Used to convey meaning and add appeal. |
Bleed | A print effect in which layout, type, or pictures extend beyond the margin to the physical of the page. |
Caption | Used to identify an illustration or graphic. |
Dropped Cap | An enlarged character at the beginning of a paragraph used to grab the reader's attention. |
Pull-quote | A small section of text "pulled out and quoted" in a larger font size; used to draw attention. |
Sidebar | A smaller self- contained story alongside a larger story which may or may not be related; usually boxed with its own headline and set off from the main text. |
End Mark | A symbol, such as a wingding, that indicates the end of an article. |
Nameplate | Banner on the front of a document that identifies the publication and usually includes the name of the publication, a logo, and/or motto. |
Main Heading | Title of the article, usually set in a larger font. |
Subheadings | Subtitles, usually set in a smaller font than the title; can be used to break up body copy. |
Byline | Name of author or contributor of photo or article, usually placed just below the headline or photo or at the beginning or end of the article. |
Kicker | Words positioned above a headline, usually as a lead- in or teaser. |
Deck | Placed between a headline and an article to provide a segue between the headline and the body of the article. |
Running headlines and footers | headers and footers used to indicate dates, page numbers, and/or running titles; help guide the reader. |
Body | The bulk of text in the publication, such as articles and news items. |
Jumpline | Line at the end of a continuing article that tells readers which page to refer to for the rest of the article. |