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This is a space dedicated to learning about printing. Our experts in the field write posts explaining the different printing and binding techniques, about the materials and finishes that exist and we also write about the best known printers making realistic reviews to help you make better decisions.

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Drylab Photo Printing Market Grows Fast

Richard H. Bell

Fact Checked: This article and its data have been verified and improved with AI.The drylab photo printing market is on the rise, and let’s move on. It’s growing in size and technological capability, driven by […]

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EFI Unveils New Digital Printing Tech at FESPA 2025

Richard H. Bell

Fact Checked: This article and its data have been verified and improved with AI. EFI just threw down the gauntlet at FESPA 2025 in Berlin, showcasing a lineup of tools that could change how print […]

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Print trends for 2025 reveal industry shift

Richard H. Bell

Fact Checked: This article and its data have been verified and improved with AI. The print world in 2025 is shaping up to be very different from what many might expect. And let’s move on. […]

Printing

PRINTING United Alliance Fly-In Shows Industry’s Power Play

Richard H. Bell

Fact Checked: This article and its data have been verified and improved with AI. The PRINTING United Alliance’s legislative Fly-In, held on May 15-16, 2025, in Washington, D.C., was a clear sign the industry is […]

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UPM Raflatac Embeds Footprint Data in Customer Quotes

Richard H. Bell

Fact Checked: This article and its data have been verified and improved with AI. UPM Raflatac has just made a move that could change the way we think about labeling and sustainability. They’ve integrated detailed […]

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Caldera RIP Update Boosts Workflow Efficiency

Richard H. Bell

Fact Checked: This article and its data have been verified and improved with AI. The latest CalderaRIP Version 18.1 just dropped, and seriously, I think that what is really making this better is how it […]

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Print Industry Diversifies at FESPA 2025

Richard H. Bell

Fact Checked: This article and its data have been verified and improved with AI. The print industry keeps shifting gears. And, seriously, I think that’s a good thing. The latest at FESPA 2025 in Berlin […]

Sizes and formats

Business card size. What are the dimensions?

Editorial Team

What is the right size business card? Business cards are one of the most popular print products, they are a quick way to give a customer all the essential contact details and remain one of […]

Sizes and formats

DL size. What are the dimensions of the DL?

Editorial Team

Knowing DL size and other common formats is important whether you are in the world of graphic design or if you are doing any kind of print work for your workplace or business. We are […]

Sizes and formats

Size A5. What are the dimensions of DIN A5?

Editorial Team

The A5 size is one of the most used formats in the printing world, knowing the different formats used in printing is important to choose the one that best suits our project. In this article […]

Sizes and formats

Size A6 What are the dimensions of DIN A6?

Editorial Team

The size A6 or DIN A6 is without any doubt one of the most used formats in printing works, knowing its main characteristics and measures is essential for those people who want to dedicate themselves […]

Sizes and formats

A4 size. What are the dimensions of DIN A4?

Editorial Team

Without any doubt, A4 size is one of the most used paper formats both in printing and in our daily life, since it is the size of most of the sheets, notebooks, folders and other […]