The control of color reproduction in a digital graphic production process. The various input and output devices from the scanner to the printing press support different color spaces, depending on the device. In order to standardize the way colors appear throughout the production process, color profiles are generated for all devices and processes. The combination of these color profiles makes it possible to calculate the coefficients necessary for data conversion. Those colors in a given color space that cannot be displayed in another color space are approximated as closely as possible.
A set of software designed to increase the accuracy and consistency of color between a scanner, display and printer.
A set of software technologies that seeks to match color across input, display, and output devices by referencing their color behavior to a known standard by means of device profiles. The signals each device receives are adjusted in such a way that the perceived color remains consistent.
An advanced technology that uses profiles of the input and output devices to maximize color accuracy. Targets that include over 3000 colors are printed and measured with a colorimeter to create profiles for the various ink/media combinations.
A term for a collection of techniques and technologies designed to make it easier to achieve consistent, predictable color on various display and output devices. Color management relies on automated color conversions using profiles for the various printers and monitors. (See "Profiles.")
the process of periodically measuring the color density throughout a press run. Precision Line press operators use a computerized color management system which graphically displays on-screen the target levels of density.
In computerized processes, attempting to hold colors the same no matter in what medium they are displayed or printed (Zelanski).
An advanced technology that uses profiles of the input and output devices to maximize color accuracy. Additionally, profiles are created for the various ink/media combinations.
Matching colors between an original image, scanner, monitor, color printer and final press sheet.
A system used to achieve consistent color between scanner, monitor, and printer.
Refers to coordination of color among input, display and output devices. In output, color management is often handled on a device-by-device basis by imaging production software (see RIP). In display and other tasks, coordination often comes via device-specific software such as Apple ColorSync or Adobe Photo-shop.
Process of producing accurate, consistent color among a variety of input and output devices. A color management system (CMS) maps colors between devices such as scanners, monitors, and printers; transforms colors from one color space to another (for example, RGB to CMYK); and provides accurate on-screen or print previews. See also: CMYK color space; RGB color space
In digital imaging systems, color management is the controlled conversion between the colors of various color devices, such as , digital cameras, monitors, TV screens, film printers, printers, offset presses, and corresponding media.
