DTP Layout & Typography Techniques 2

Question 1

What is the term for the blank space between two adjacent columns of text in a multi-column layout?

Accepted Answer

Gutter

Answer

The gutter is the space between columns that prevents text from running together and aids readability.

Question 2

Which typographic term describes the style of numerals that vary in height and descend below the baseline?

Accepted Answer

Old-style figures

Answer

Old-style figures (also called text figures) have varying heights and descenders, blending more naturally with lowercase text.

Question 3

A designer applies a 3mm bleed to a business card. What does this bleed ensure?

Accepted Answer

Background colors extend past the trim line to prevent white edges after cutting

Answer

Bleed extends design elements beyond the trim line so that slight cutting variations don't leave unintended white edges.

Question 4

What does 'tracking' control in typographic settings?

Accepted Answer

Spacing between all characters uniformly across a range of text

Answer

Tracking adjusts letter-spacing uniformly across a selected range of text, affecting overall density and readability.

Question 5

In a grid-based layout, what is a 'baseline grid' primarily used for?

Accepted Answer

Aligning text lines across columns so they appear consistent

Answer

A baseline grid provides horizontal lines spaced to match the body text leading, ensuring cross-column text alignment.

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