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PAGE LAYOUT PROCEDURES

Page Size

Grid Layout

Selecting a Grid

  • A margin is the border surrounding the printed area.

  • This is the backbone structure of a page layout.

  • It is usually placed on page as the first step on layout sheet or plate.

  • It can also be programmed into "Master Pages" by using digital technology.

  • Grid differs based on the designers' thoughts and ideas.

  • In selecting a suitable grid, an important element to consider is what we will put on it.

  • It is wiser to select simple grids.

Columns

White Space

Gutter

  • Columns us use to organize text and image.

  • The width of a column affects its readibility.

  • Type size and column width have a direct relationship.

  • White space is a way to provide balance and breathing space on a page.

  • This is inside margin, which is merged. 

  • It also defines any vertical margin between two columns.

  • The width of the gutter is determined by the type of binding.

Margins

Focal Point

Path

  • Margin is the border around a page.

  • It a white space and should be used as breathing space.

  • A focal point is the insertion point of a design.

  • It is the first point of attraction, which brings appeal to the entire layout.

  • Eyes move from one element to another based on direction, continuity, shape repeatition, angle and column of the arrangement.

  • Contrasting sizes and balances can also do this.

EXCERCISE

QUESTION

what are the identical criteria for us to call that as a magazine?

ANSWER

What are the identical criteria for us to call that as a magazine?
1. Headline 
2. Introductory Paragraph 
3. Body / Body Text / Body Copy 
4. Bylines 
5. Sub-headline / Subhead 
6. Pull Quotes 
7. Captions for Images 
8. Section Head / Running Head 
9. Folio 
10. Box Copy / Panel 

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