SJI-ICT 7 Q2: Introduction to Desktop Publishing

What is desktop publishing (DTP)?

• The process of writing books manually

• The process of using a computer and software to create documents like brochures and posters

• Designing websites for online content

What software can be used for desktop publishing?

• Microsoft Excel

• Canva, MS Word, Microsoft Publisher

• Google Drive

What is the primary difference between desktop publishing and graphic design?

• Desktop publishing focuses on visual communication, while graphic design focuses on creating documents

• Graphic design is more about visual communication, while desktop publishing focuses on production

• Both are exactly the same

Which of the following is NOT a basic component of desktop publishing?

• Design

• Set-up

• Coding

What is design in desktop publishing?

• The process of combining lines, shapes, colors, textures, and text for visual communication

• The process of printing the final document

• The process of writing the content

What does the set-up component involve?

• Selecting the font style for text

• Preparing the software, setting paper size, and margins

• Designing the images for the publication

What is the text component in desktop publishing?

• Writing the document by hand

• Preparing and formatting all written parts, including font and paragraph formatting

• Adding images to the document

Which software allows users to design posters, brochures, and social media content?

• Microsoft Publisher

• Canva

• Both a and b

What is the purpose of the file preparation stage in DTP?

• To save the document as a PDF file

• To print the document directly

• To apply design, set-up, and image adjustments before final output

What does the printing/uploading stage in DTP involve?

• Creating text and images

• Printing the document from the computer into a physical copy or uploading it online

• Cropping images for the publication