R
roll
Rotation about the x axis, known as 0.
ROM
Abbreviation for Read Only Memory, a portion of a computer’s memory that is permanently recorded. Memory that can only be read, not changed by the user, and is not lost when the computer is turned off.
roman
The basic style of upright type within a particular font family. Roman type is usually contrasted to italic and bold italic type.
ROOM
Abbreviation for Rip Once, Output Many, an architecture used in prepress workflow which allows operators to RIP a page one single time and output both proofs and plates or films from those ripped data. This is done to assure that there are no differences between proofs and the printed result.
rotary press
A printing press which passes the substrate between two rotating cylinders when making an impression.
rotation
Turning an image by a specified number of degrees, to fit a preset frame or design.
rough
A hasty preliminary drawing that is used to visualize a graphic design idea or layout.
router
A device that directs the flow of data among different computer devices.
RPCS
Page description language used by Ricoh for their printers
RS-232
A standard computer connection for communicating with computer peripherals. RS-232 is a serial port.
RTF
Abbreviation for Rich Text Format: a file format defined by Microsoft that is used for transferring formatted text documents between applications or platforms.
RTFM
Abbreviation for Read The F**** Manual: polite reminder that you should read the manual before asking stupid questions.
RT Screening
Abbreviation for Rational Tangential screening, a Linotype-Hell patented screening algorithm, which has been licensed to Adobe for use in Postscript. RT screening uses rational, tangential values for screening angling, such as 18.4 degrees in place of the traditional 15 degree screen angle.
rubberbanding
In color software, the ability to grab hold of a tone line or gradation curve, display on the video monitor, at any point and pull it to a new position while keeping the two end points fixed.
Rubylith
A red acetate emulsion on a clear backing; a masking film that is used to make an opening. The film can be cut and stripped from the carrier.
rule
A horizontal or vertical line.
ruleup
A map or drawing given by a printer to a stripper showing how a printing job must be imposed using a specific press and sheet size. Also called press layout, printer’s layout and ruleout.
run-around
- Type in text copy set to fit around a photo or illustration. Usually a different measure than the rest of the text.
- Type set so that it flows around an illustration to fit its contour or flows around another block of type.
run-in sheets
The paper wasted in order to obtain proper registration, inking balance,… on the press. Sometimes referred to as ‘run ups’ or ‘run ins’.
runout
Unwanted motion other than motion in a straight line for a linear stage
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