A single, pre-mixed ink used in printing to reproduce one exact color, rather than building it from the four process inks. Often specified by a standardized system like Pantone for consistent brand colors.
Synonyms
- pantone color
- solid color ink
Related terms
- cmyk
- pantone matching system
- color palette
- brand colors
In plain words
- a special pre-mixed printing ink
- the exact Pantone brand color
Usage example
The logo used a metallic gold spot color that CMYK printing couldn't reproduce.
Don't confuse with…
- cmykA spot color is one ready-made ink for an exact match; CMYK builds colors by layering four standard inks.
Categories
- Color