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Photography Post Production Basics

Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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  • Match each statement with the correct term.
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This is a study tool. The 3 wrong answers for each question are randomly chosen from answers to other questions. So, you might find at times the answers obvious, but you will see it re-enforces your understanding as you take the test each time.
1. Located at the top of your screen provides functions and actions to choose from






2. Input device that digitizes images/text






3. The working surface(s) of a Photoshop image which allow you to work independently on different elements using editing tools and filters.






4. Resolution for the web should be






5. An image that uses point-based coordinates. The quality does NOT diminish as size changes. Logos are often done in this format.






6. The end product - such as print or web






7. Physical components of your computer system ie: monitor - CPU - printer






8. The process of softening the edges of an image in the foreground so that it blends into the background image with less contrast.






9. Are used to edit without changing the base layer. This change can later be modified by simply clicking on the layer.






10. The height and width of the image multiplied by the resolution






11. A unit of information equal to one thousand (1024) kilobytes






12. Programs you add to your system for the functions you need/ use






13. Pixels per inch; term used to discuss file dimensions of digital images






14. A lossless image file format; stands for tagged image file format. We use this format in class to indicate a finished - flattened file.






15. Homebase for your computer. Your main screen prior to open applications






16. The color structure of an image. Examples are CMYK - RGB - Grayscale - or indexed.






17. A lossless image file format; stands for tagged image file format. We use this format in class to indicate a finished - flattened file.






18. The bar that offers tools from which to choose for your application's functions. A black triangle indicates more options for the tool






19. Central Processing Unit; the brain of your computer that processes input and output.






20. The bar located at the bottom of your screen that provides frequently used aps - trash - finder - and other common destination shortcuts






21. This icon provides a place to discard unwanted files and eject removable media or logout of the server.






22. Using __________ allows you to modify images non-destructively by making parts of a layer invisible or visible.






23. Is a compressed and flatttened image file; lossy format






24. These are the specific variables available in a tool within the toolbar. ie: brushes or fonts






25. The platform on which your system runs and provides your interface ie: Vista - Mac OSX - Linux






26. Are used to edit without changing the base layer. This change can later be modified by simply clicking on the layer.






27. A unit of information equal to one thousand (1024) bytes






28. The end product - such as print or web






29. Dependent on physical dimensions - resolution - and file mode.






30. To choose or isolate an element - layer - or object so that you can edit it in some way.






31. Using __________ allows you to modify images non-destructively by making parts of a layer invisible or visible.






32. Located at the top left of your screen - this offers basic functions like system info - file info - shut down options and logout






33. The number of pixels per square inch on a computer-generated display






34. When an application 'fakes' higher resolution by creating new pixels based on existing ones






35. Files based on pixels of color; lose quality when enlarged; good for continuous tone/photos ie: Adobe Photoshop






36. Hardware that is not essential to the system; to the side ie: printer - scanner - webcam






37. Picture element






38. Is a compressed and flatttened image file; lossy format






39. Picture element






40. File format with irreversible data loss and higher compression capability.






41. When an application 'fakes' higher resolution by creating new pixels based on existing ones






42. To merge all the layers in an image into a single layer.






43. Lets you apply a function to a series of photos






44. Resolution for the web should be






45. The platform on which your system runs and provides your interface ie: Vista - Mac OSX - Linux






46. Is the color mode one should use for web documents






47. Is the preferred resolution for images that will be printed






48. Homebase for your computer. Your main screen prior to open applications






49. Is a companion program that lets you sort - group - label images. It also has automated functions like contact sheet template generation and web page design.






50. Changes your image pixel dimensions when you have this box checked in Ps