Copier/Printer Color Materials Usage Guide

GLOSSARY
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52 COLOR MATERIALS USAGE GUIDE
SWOP:
Abbreviation for Specifications for Web Offset
Publications.
T
Text paper:
Designation for printing papers with textured
surfaces such as laid or linen. Some mills also use
“text” to refer to any paper they consider top-of-the-
line, whether or not its surface has a texture.
Trail edge:
The edge of the paper that feeds last into the
copier
Translucent papers:
Papers that will allow information to be seen
through them but not totally clear like an acetate.
U
Uncoated paper:
Paper that has not been coated with clay. Also
called offset paper.
V
Vellum finish:
Somewhat absorbent, rough, toothy finish.
Virgin paper:
Paper made exclusively of pulp from trees or
cotton, as compared to recycled paper.
W
Wire side:
Side of the paper that rests against the Fourdrinier
wire during papermaking, as compared to felt side.
Writing paper:
A paper with a hard surface which makes it good
for writing on it with pen or pencil.
X
Xerographic paper:
A strong, durable paper used for electrostatic
photocopiers and printers.