Description
Use a contact frame or automatic film processor to reduce the size of dots in printing plates by increasing or reducing colour.
Alternative labels
reducing dots
diminish dots
decrease dots
moderate dots
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Reduce dots is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Optional skill
Reduce dots is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Imagesetter: Imagesetters process images and graphic templates by using phototypesetting machines. They optimise the templates for the best possible result by determining the right arrangement of text and image on the print sheet. The product is then set onto photo paper or film.
Lithographer: Lithographers make and prepare metal plates to be used as the original in various printing processes and media. Plates are usually laser-etched from digital sources with computer-to-plate technology, but can also be made by applying types of emulsions to the printing plate.
References
- Reduce dots – ESCO
