Glossary - K

Kerning

The adjustment of spacing between certain letter pairs, A and V for example, to obtain a more pleasing appearance. Not all DTP systems can achieve this.

Keyline

An outline drawn or set on artwork showing the size and position of an illustration or halftone.

Kilobyte (K, KB)

1024 bytes, a binary 1,000.

Knockout

A shape or object printed by eliminating (knocking out) all background colours. Contrast to overprinting.

Kraft paper

A tough brown paper used for packing.