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Case binding

Meaning in graphic design, with examples

nounCommon term

In graphic design, case binding means: Binding a book block into a separately made rigid cover.

In Turkish: sert kapak cilt

How it is used

Use for the construction, without assuming that every case-bound book is sewn.

Example sentences

  1. Case binding was specified for the museum's anniversary volume.

    A separate rigid case surrounds the assembled book block.

  2. The case binding sample showed how the cover opens at the joint.

    The case and book block need space to move together.

Common collocations

  • case binding
  • case-bound book
  • print-readyDescribes a final file that meets the printer's requirements and can go straight to press, with correct size, bleed, colour mode, image resolution and fonts.
  • proofA trial version of a design, on paper or as a PDF, that the designer and client check carefully for mistakes and colour before the full print run starts.

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