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Definition: Artwork that is properly prepared and ready to be photographed for platemaking is camera ready .

Traditional prepress consisted of boards or mats with all elements in place. Today, laser or inkjet print-outs may serve as camera ready art.

Also Known As: camera ready art | print ready | mechanicals
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