Description
The various typesetting or composing machines include linotype, monotype, and phototype machines. They are used for assembling letters and characters into cast stripes or lines.
Alternative labels
typesetting technology
typesetting machines
typesetting equipment
typesetting machinery
typesetting system
typesetting apparatus
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Typesetting machines is an essential knowledge of the following 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.
Optional knowledge
Typesetting machines is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Typesetter: Typesetters ensure that printed text is correctly set and visually pleasing. While typesetting was originally done manually and later employed techniques like linotype and phototypesetting, almost all typesetting is now done digitally using design programs or specialised typesetting programs.
References
- Typesetting machines – ESCO