Technology & Digital Tools Flashcards

Which resolution (PPI) is the professional standard for artwork intended for high-quality commercial printing?

Answer: 300 PPI

300 PPI is the industry standard for commercial print work, ensuring sharp, detailed output.

In digital pattern design, what is a 'clipping mask' used for?

Answer: Restricting the visibility of one layer to the shape of another

A clipping mask constrains the content of an upper layer to the outline or shape of the layer directly below it.

Which technology allows a decorative artist to preview how a painted mural will look on a client's wall before applying any paint?

Answer: Augmented Reality (AR) visualization

AR apps overlay a digital rendering of the mural onto a live camera view of the actual wall, enabling real-time preview.

A CDA artist is preparing a digital design for a laser cutter to create decorative stencils. Which file format does laser-cutting software typically require?

Answer: SVG or DXF

Laser cutters use vector paths, so SVG or DXF files provide the precise line data needed to guide the cutting beam.

What does 'DPI' stand for and how does it relate to digital art output?

Answer: Dots Per Inch — determines print resolution and detail density

DPI (Dots Per Inch) measures how many ink dots a printer places per inch, directly affecting the sharpness of the printed artwork.

Which Procreate feature lets a decorative artist paint symmetrically across a canvas in real time?

Answer: Drawing Guide with Symmetry

Procreate's Drawing Guide with Symmetry mode mirrors brush strokes across a central axis as you paint.

When creating a digital color palette for a decorative project, what is a HEX code used for?

Answer: Identifying a color with a six-character alphanumeric code for digital use

A HEX code is a six-digit alphanumeric string that precisely identifies a color in digital/web environments.