Gravure

How it is used

Use for the process, commonly discussed in high-volume print and packaging production.

Example sentences

1. The packaging sample was produced by gravure on flexible film.

   Ink comes from recessed cells rather than raised printing areas.

2. The supplier explained the cylinder cost in the gravure quotation.

   Process-specific tooling contributes to the production estimate.

Common collocations

• gravure cylinder
• gravure printing

Related terms

• 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.

More terms: Print Production

• bleed
• crop marks
• offset printing
• paper stock
• trim size
• rich black
• overprint
• die cut
• finish
• GSM
• imposition
• signature