GCM 111 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Overprint, Alpha Compositing, Xml
Document Summary
To learn the different types of applications and file formats used in graphic communications. To understand which file formats are used for which purpose/application. To explore the differences between vector graphics and bitmap images. To understand the difference between input and output resolutions. To learn the different terminologies used to describe resolution. Used for projecting digital presentations onto a screen. Used for editing digital images for a variety of final media output from web to commercial print. Used for creating and editing vector objects. Used for designing and editing multi page documents. Used for editing and producing press quality pdfs. For bringing together illustrations, photos, and text. Links to all resources for small file size. * international file standard (iso 3200) * Most widely used file format for print. Do not use apple preview to make pdfs for press. Much more information is captured in the photo. Need special software to open, adjust, and save raw into other formats.