F&G
A term in the binding process referring to folding and gathering.
Fan Fold
Paper folding that emulates an accordion or fan, the folds being alternating and parallel.
Felt Finish
The smoother side of paper, usually a soft weave pattern used for book papers. A soft weave pattern used for book papers.
Filling In
A fault in printing where the ink fills in the fine line or halftone dot areas.
Film Coat
Also called wash coat; any thinly coated paper stock.
Finish
The surface quality of paper.
Finish (Paper)
Dull – (low gloss) also matte or matte gloss.
Fit
The registration of items within a given page.
Flat
In lithography, the assembly of photographic negatives or positives onto a vinyl acetate or transparent polyester sheet in preparation of making a printing plate. There is one flat created for each printing color.
Flush Cover
A bound book or booklet having the cover trimmed to the same size as the text.
Foils
Papers that have a surface resembling metal.
Fold Marks
Markings at top edges that show where folds should occur.
Folder
Machine used to fold signatures down into sections.
Font
The characters which make up a complete typeface and size.
Form Rollers
The rollers that come into direct contact with the plate of a printing press.
French Fold
A sheet of paper printed on one side and folded first vertically and then horizontally to produce a four-page folder where the printing is on the outside of the folds.
Fringe
A halo that appears around halftone dots.
