Glossary - E

Eight sheet

A poster measuring 60 x 80in (153 x 203cm) and, traditionally, made up of eight individual sheets.

Embossing

A process performed after printing to stamp a raised (or depressed) image into the surface of paper. Embossing styles include blind, deboss and foil-embossed.

Encapsulation

Where the printed matter is sealed in a plastic coating providing a rigid, watertight covering.

End papers

The four page leaves at the front and end of a book which are pasted to the insides of the front and back covers (boards).

EPS

Enapsulated PostScript. A file format used to transfer PostScript image information from one program to another.

Estimate

Price that states what a job will probably cost. Also called bid, quotation and tender. Printers base estimates on specifications provided by customers.

Expanded type

A typeface with a slightly wider body giving a flatter appearance.