The continuous parallel folding of brochures and similar printed material in an accordion-like fashion, that is with folds alternatively made to the front and back.
The paper is folded two or more times in a parallel direction. Each fold reverses the direction, similar to the bellows of an accordion. Also called a āZā fold. Often used for items printed on one side only.
Finishing term for two or more parallel folds which open like a concertina. Also called an accordion fold.
Term used for two or more parallel folds which open in concertina fashion. Can also be referred to as a Z-fold.
a method of folding in which each fold opens in the opposite direction to its neighbour, giving a concertina or pleated effect.
In binding, a term used for two or more parallel folds, which open like a concertina.
Folding each panel of a leaflet in alternate directions, so that when opened out the finished product is folded in a zigzag fashion.