T - Printing Terminology and Facts

THREAD SEWING

Generic term for number of different binding styles in which the sections of a book are held together by threads which are looped through holes punches on the binding edge of the printed sections.  Usually used for prestige publications, or for instances where the presence of wire stitches is deemed unacceptable.

TINT/TINT VALUE

The percentage of a solid used to achieve a visual shade of colour.

TYPO

Short for ‘typographical error’ – a mistake in the copy.