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delta E

Meaning in graphic design, with examples

nounAdvanced term

In graphic design, delta E means: A numerical measure of colour difference calculated with a specified formula.

In Turkish: delta E, renk farkı ölçüsü

How it is used

State the formula and measurement conditions; one acceptance threshold does not suit every job.

Example sentences

  1. The report lists delta E values for the proof against the reference.

    A measured colour difference supports comparison with the agreed target.

  2. We could not compare the delta E results until both labs named their formulas.

    Different colour-difference formulas can produce different numerical results.

Common collocations

  • delta E value
  • delta E tolerance
  • colour profileA small data set attached to a file or device that describes how its colours should be shown or printed, helping colours stay consistent between screens, software and presses.
  • colour paletteThe limited set of colours chosen for a project or brand, usually with main colours, supporting colours and neutrals, so that all designs look consistent.

More terms: Colour Theory

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