Key Terms in KLD of Label.

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In this blog, we are going to learn about key terms in Key Line Drawing of Labels.

KLD?

It refers to the structural design and dimensions of a label. It includes important information such as cut lines, Perforation lines, NVZ area, Barcode area, and guidelines for essential graphic element placement.

It is very useful for designers and manufacturers to ensure accurate and consistent production.

In the above figure, I mentioned some of the key terms.

1. Length.
2. Width.
3. Corner Radius.
4. Perforation line.
5. Safe area.
6. Safe area margin.
7. NVZ Area.
8. Barcode Area.

The above-listed terms are discussed below in brief.

Length: 

It indicates the Around size of the label. It helps the graphic designer to know on which plate cylinder job is going to fit properly as well and it also helps in the job planning.

Width: 

It indicates the Across size of the label. It helps the job planner to find the paper width for the job and also helps the designer in imposition layout preparation.

Corner Radius:  

It is basically a rounded corner given on the label that allows easy release of matrix material from the printed web after die cutting. It is denoted by R.

Perforation line: 

It is generally indicated by the dotted line in the KLD. The structure of perforation helps the die-makers to prepare dies. 

Safe area: 

It is an area in the KLD in which all the graphic elements are going to be placed by the graphic designer to create artwork.

Safe area margin: 

It is a margin between the die line, perforation line, and safe area to protect the graphic elements from trimming off or tearing off.

NVZ Area (No Varnish Zone):

It is an area indicated in the KLD with the dimension as shown in the above image. It gives information to the Prepress designer for the preparation of the Varnish plate.

Barcode Area:

It is an area indicated in the KLD with the dimension as shown in the above image. It gives the idea to the graphic designer about the size and place for barcode placement.

Hope you get some knowledge from this blog.

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