SIGNATURE
A signature is a printing template of sorts that can come in a number of iterations from four page print jobs to 32 page prints. Signatures allow printing on both sides of the same sheet, to be folded in pamphlets, brochures, or booklets. This is a useful tool for planning ahead and maximizing budget as it allows for multiple pages to be printed with one ink set up and paper stock.
HICKEY PICKER
Hickeys are pieces of detritus stuck to the printing template. This could be bits of fiber, paper, dust, etc. that would compromise the quality of a print job. A hickey picker is a tool used to remove hickeys. A hickey picker roller is another tool to maximize efficiency in removing hickeys.
DPI
DPI stands for dots per inch. This is a term that refers to resolution in print as PPI (pixels per inch) refers to on-screen resolution. DPI specifies the number of ink dots a printer is capable of placing within a one square-inch space. A higher DPI will result in a higher quality, more clearly defined project.
BLEED
Bleed refers to a document that has been printed with no white space in the margins. The digital format of the graphic extends beyond the margins. When printed, a larger sheet of paper is used, and the edges are trimmed down. These allows for seamless printing to the very edges of a page.