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spot uv

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A glossy, clear coating applied to specific areas of a printed piece and hardened with ultraviolet light, making those areas shine against a matte background.

Synonyms

  • spot varnish
  • spot gloss

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  • a shiny clear coating on just part of the page

Categories

  • Print & production

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