Graphic Design Flashcards
(45 cards)
It is about expressing emotions, ideas, and creativity,
often without a specific goal or function. It’s more
about personal interpretation and freedom.
Art
Focuses on solving a
problem or achieving a specific purpose. It’s about
creating something functional and effective, with a
clear intention behind it
Design
TRUE or FALSE
images represented in digital formats does not directly impacts the quality, file size, and functionality of the graphics used in projects.
False Understanding how images are represented in
digital formats is crucial for multimedia design
because it directly impacts the quality, file
size, and functionality of the graphics used in
projects.
refers to the number of
pixels in an image, determining its
clarity and detail.
Resolution
are made up of pixels,
and the way these pixels are stored, compressed,
and displayed affects how images appear on
different screens and devices.
Digital Images
What is DPI
DPI stands for dots per inch, and it’s a measurement of the number of dots in an image or printed material per inch
What is PPI
PPI can refer to pixels per inch, which measures the resolution of a digital image or video display
What are the common graphic formats?
GIF, PNG,
JPG, and TIFF
Used for simple web
graphics with limited
colors. Smallest file
size but limited
color range
GIF or Graphic Interchange Format
Widely used for photos.
Compresses files but
reduces quality after
edits.
JPEG or Joint Photographic Experts Group
Supports millions of
colors and
transparency. Ideal for
logos and graphics.
PNG or Portable Network Graphic
Best for high-quality
images and editing.
Large file size, not
web-friendly
Tag Image File Format
is a powerful element in design that
goes beyond aesthetics
Color
Involves using colors to create
visually appealing and functional designs.
Color Theory
There are two color models used in digital and print design, which is used for screens or anything digital?
RGB, it starts with black
There are two color models used in digital and print design, which is used for printing or anything physical.
CMYK, it starts with white.
a tool for understanding
color relationships.
It includes primary,
secondary, and
tertiary colors
Color Wheel
These basic colors that can be mixed together to produce other colors.
Primary Colors
What are the colors in primary colors
Red, Yellow, and
Blue. These colors
cannot be created
by mixing others.
These are colors that are created by mixing two primary colors in equal parts
Secondary Colors
What are the colors in secondary colors
Green, Orange, and
Purple. Created by
mixing primary
colors
These are colors that are created by mixing equal parts of a primary color and a secondary color
Tertiary Colors
What are some examples of colors in tertiary colors
Yellow-orange,
Red-orange, and
more. Created by
mixing primary and
secondary colors.
These are guides on
how colors are
combined in design,
affecting mood and
perception
COLOR
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