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Moiré

Meaning in graphic design, with examples

nounAdvanced term

In graphic design, moiré means: An unwanted larger pattern produced by interference between repeated fine patterns.

In Turkish: muare

How it is used

Use for interference patterns in screened prints or reproduced patterned images.

Example sentences

  1. The scanned newspaper photograph shows moiré across the face.

    A reproduced dot pattern interacts with the sampling pattern.

  2. We inspected the striped jacket for moiré in the catalogue proof.

    Fine fabric repetition can generate a false pattern during reproduction.

Common collocations

  • moiré pattern
  • reduce moiré
  • 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

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