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Zig Zag Folds

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Zig Zag Folds

Zig Zag fold from the top edge

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Definition: Paper folded in zig zag folds has two or more parallel folds, each folding in opposite directions. Because they do not nest (as in Spiral Folds) panels can be the same size. Seen from above, zig zag folds resemble a Z or M or series of zigs and zags.
Also Known As: accordian folds | z folds

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