EPS File

An Encapsulated PostScript file (.eps) is a vector graphics format. EPS files are typically used to exchange artwork between different design programs, such as Adobe Illustrator and other vector graphics applications, including CorelDRAW, Inkscape, SIAE Draw and others. EPS files can also be used to provide a file format for print.

More terms you might want to know

Left-aligned

Text that flows from left to right and is the default reading direction of a page with its content aligned on the left margin.

Scope Creep

Scope creep is when the scope of a project starts to grow without any agreement on how it's going to be paid for. Creep happens because items and features are tacked on top of the original scope of work agreed upon in the original contract.

Typeface Design

The art and discipline of putting together set of typefaces into a harmonious and readable type system. A typeface designer spends much time considering many things such as clear visual message, readability at different sizes, legibility at small point sizes, ease of use for printing processes on its own or over the top of other fonts.

Trim Size

The width and height of a document, after having been cut down to size from a larger sheet.

Logotype

The typographic presentation of a company's name in a stylized form.

UX Audit

A discipline that analyses the usability of an application by assessing its interaction design and user experience.

Embossing

A decoration technique used primarily on paper, metal, and some plastics in which ink or another printing medium is pressed into the material's surface to create a three-dimensional effect.

Character Set

A set of symbols or "characters" including letters, numbers and various other symbols.

Thumbnail Sketch

A quick and rough sketch of what you are about to work on. Good for getting the ideas out of your head and onto the page while you're still in that creative phase.

Small Caps

Small uppercase letters, generally about half as tall as regular uppercase letters.

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