Knockout
Print behavior where underlying color is removed before placing new objects.
Definition
Print behavior where underlying color is removed before placing new objects.
Why it matters
Affects final print appearance and separation behavior.
Related PDFHQ workflows
Relevant for print-ready PDF troubleshooting and prepress workflows.
Related Knowledge
PDF/X
PDF/X is a print-production subset of PDF focused on reliable prepress interchange.
Overprint
Print behavior where one color is printed on top of another without knockout.
Spot Color
Predefined color ink (often Pantone-style) used in professional printing.