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KEY LINE
In artwork, an outline drawing of finished art for labels to indicate the exact shape, position, and size for all
elements.

KISS CUT
A die-cutting operation which cuts through the face sheet to a liner, but not through the liner.

KNIFE-CUT LABELS
Rectangular labels in continuous form separated by a single knife cut to the liner across the web.

KNOCKOUT
A colored area that has been removed so another color can be printed in that area. This keeps the first layer of ink from overprinting the other.

KROMECOTE
A highly polished finish on paper.

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