Color cast, Color channel, Color correction – Konica Minolta bizhub PRESS C1060 User Manual

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color cast

The predominance of a particular color that affects the whole
image in the original, proof, or reproduction. A color cast is due to
an excess of a color pigment or light. It is most obvious in gray and
near-gray areas.

color channel

A single color, such as red, green, or blue.

color correction

The process of improving or altering the color components of an
image to compensate for deficiencies in printing inks, to solve
problems in the color separation itself, or to fulfill a customer’s
request for modification.

color gamut

The range of possible colors that can be represented in a given
circumstance, such as within a given color space or by a certain
output device.

color management

A process that aims to control the representation of colors across
a variety of output devices so that the colors that are generated
appear consistent. Color management is based on the
coordination of three processes: device calibration, device
characterization, and conversion from one color space to another.

color mapping

A color-correction method used to convert an input file’s color
space to a target’s color space.

color profile

A description of the range of colors that a device can produce. A
color profile makes it possible to convert the color space of one

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