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One important design detail to consider when typesetting pages using a desktop publishing program is how a page's ragged-right margin appears because it can make the difference between amateur and professional work. Some page 'distractions' related to a ragged margin include short lines which create holes and awkward patterns formed at the end of lines. Designers can alter a margin by adding space to extend a short line or by editing text. It is also possible to change a margin by changing hyphens. However, hyphenation can require special consideration because not hyphenating correctly can detract from a document's overall quality. Desktop publishing programs usually allow users to control hyphenation. Issues to consider when analyzing how to hyphen text include determining how many consecutive hyphens should be allowed, establishing how close to the end of a line a hyphen should be placed and determining whether proper names can be hyphenated.
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In addition to being used to keep visual order and organization, borders can be used decoratively to offset the style of the elements on a page. Borders can also be integrated into the work itself in a subtle manner. Borders can bring visual interest to bland pages, enhance poor quality photographs, establish relative importance of items on a page, borders can be used to unify a page by tying various elements together, establish variety by separating page elements and soften the rigidity of grid-like layouts. Various borders can be made from any pattern available on the menu, or can be created from thematic graphics, so borders are not limited to those included in stock desktop publishing software packages.
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The design technique known as ghosting is the process of printing a photograph in muted or flat tones, usually so that text may be printed over the photo. Ghosting allows multiple layers of information to be presented together with an art element, but it is a technique that requires practice and experimentation to perform effectively. Ghosting is used in a variety of mediums. Food & Wine magazine uses the technique to place the table of contents text over a still life photo of food. Ghosting is also used in promotional brochures, conference notices, and on company letterhead. General Electric, for example, uses ghosting to put an enlarged company logo on its letterhead and brochures.
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