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A JPG, or joint photographic experts group, is a commonly used method for lossy compression of digital images.

A GIF, or graphics interchange format, is a lossless image format that supports both static and moving images.

EXIF, or exchangeable image format, is the descriptive data, or metadata, in an image file that details the resolution, date taken, etc.

A Codec, or coder-decoder, is a device for encoding or decoding multimedia data.

BMP, or bitmap, is an uncompressed raster image format that is made up of pixel grids.

A bit is the smallest unit of data on a computer.

An Art File refers to the digital file containing your artwork to be printed. PrintingCenterUSA prefers for your art file to be saved as a print-ready PDF.

Pronounced “wizzywig,” WYSIWYG means “What you see is what you get.” Meaning that when you receive your proof, what you are seeing is exactly exceptions:

Color: If you are viewing a digital proof, the colors may slightly differ from what is printed. This is due to the color conversion of RGB (computer monitor) to CMYK (print) color. I’s and L’s: Due to the outlining of fonts, your Ls and Is may look bolder than intended. However, they will print normally.

Wove paper is a type of paper with a uniform, unlined surface and smooth finish.