A printing term that describes how close an object is to the edge of a printed page. Bleeds are often used in graphic design for books, magazines, posters and other printed materials with photographs or illustrations.
A type of serif, characterized by large x-heights and thick, blocky strokes with little variation in width.
A brief snippet taken from the text of an article.
The process of adding game-like qualities to an experience like a website or application. To ensure that these activities are engaging enough for the users, it often includes gradual rewards such as levels and badges systems, which can further encourage engagement with the app.
The measure of a device or computer system's ability to capture fine detail. A higher number of pixels can provide more details and finer images on the screen.
A design or decoration impressed into the surface of a material.
The principle of both sides of an object having a sense of symmetry. It ensures that the weight and visual mass are distributed evenly on both sides of a surface. Balance is more important than symmetry because people don't often notice when something is asymmetrical, but they will always see if something is unbalanced.
The primary graphic that appears at the top of a webpage, designed to grab people's attention.
A mark or symbol used to represent an institution, organisation, person, or group, and it is usually displayed on flags and seals.
A unit of measurement that equals 1/6 of an inch, or 1/72 of a foot.
A unit for defining the size of a font. It's not a distance; this unit's measurement is only relative to the typeface's design.