Desktop Publishing - Question Paper with Answers 3rd Sem (CBCS)

🎨 Desktop Publishing

Question Paper with Answers

SEC-3.1📄

Full Marks: 40 | Pass Marks: 16 | Time: 2 Hours

🔹 Section A: Short Answer Questions

🖥️ 1. Answer the following questions: (2×5=10 Marks)

(a) What is the purpose of PageMaker?

💡 PageMaker is a desktop publishing software used for designing brochures, newspapers, books, and other print materials.

(b) Why is CorelDRAW used?

💡 CorelDRAW is a vector graphic design software used for logo design, illustrations, advertisements, and page layouts.

(c) State two applications of DTP.

1️⃣ Newspaper & Magazine Publishing – Used for designing attractive layouts.
2️⃣ Advertising & Brochure Design – Helps in creating professional promotional materials.

(d) What is artistic text? How is it added in CorelDRAW?

💡 Artistic text is a type of stylized text in CorelDRAW that allows creative effects such as warping and contouring.
✅ Steps to add Artistic Text in CorelDRAW:
1️⃣ Select the Text Tool (F8) from the toolbar.
2️⃣ Click anywhere on the canvas and start typing.
3️⃣ Apply effects using the Property Bar or Effects menu.

(e) Define 3D printing.

💡 3D printing is an additive manufacturing process where a digital model is used to create physical objects layer by layer. It is used in prototyping, medicine, and product design.

🔹 Section B: Conceptual and Analytical Questions

✨ 2. (a) Briefly explain any two of the following: (3×2=6 Marks)

(i) Gravure

💡 Gravure printing is a high-quality printing process used for magazines, catalogs, and packaging materials. It involves engraving images onto a cylinder and transferring them onto paper.

(ii) Offset Printing

💡 Offset printing is a widely used printing technique where ink is transferred from a metal plate to a rubber blanket and then onto paper. It is used for newspapers, books, and business cards.

(iii) Flexography

💡 Flexography is a rotary printing process used to print on plastics, labels, and packaging materials, commonly used in the food and beverage industry.

(b) How to merge two photos into one using Photoshop? (4 Marks)

💡 ✅ Steps to merge two images in Photoshop:
1️⃣ Open both images in Photoshop.
2️⃣ Drag one image onto the other using the Move Tool (V).
3️⃣ Adjust the Opacity of the top layer to blend them smoothly.
4️⃣ Use the Eraser Tool or Layer Mask to refine the edges.
5️⃣ Apply Brightness, Contrast, or Color Balance for a seamless effect.

🛠️ 3. (a) Write down the functions of any four tools: (2×4=8 Marks)

• Magic Wand Tool: The Magic Wand Tool selects areas based on color similarity, making it easy to remove backgrounds or select objects quickly.
• Lasso Tool: The Lasso Tool allows freehand selections, enabling users to outline and isolate specific parts of an image manually.
• Hand Tool: The Hand Tool helps users move around an image without changing its zoom level, improving navigation.
• Constrained Line: The constrained line is a straight line drawn at specific angles (0°, 45°, 90°, etc.) by holding the Shift key while using the Line Tool in design software like CorelDRAW or Photoshop.
• Gradient Tool: The Gradient Tool creates smooth color transitions, useful for backgrounds, buttons, and effects.

(b) Draw the basic interface/layout of PageMaker. (2 Marks)

💡 The basic layout of PageMaker consists of:
🖥️ Menu Bar – Provides various formatting options.
🛠️ Toolbar – Contains tools for editing text and images.
📄 Page Layout Area – The main workspace for designing content.
📏 Rulers & Guides – Help in alignment and positioning.
🖼️ Text & Image Frames – Allow inserting and formatting content.

🔹 Section C: Practical and Technical Questions

🔥 4. (a) CorelDRAW vs. Photoshop – Differences (3 Marks)

Feature	CorelDRAW	Photoshop
Type	Vector-based	Raster-based
Best for	Logos, illustrations	Photo editing
Scalability	No quality loss	May pixelate

🎯 (b) Three important CorelDRAW tools & their purpose (2×3=6 Marks)

✏️ (i) Shape Tool
💡 Purpose: Modifies shapes by adjusting nodes and curves.
🖊️ (ii) Pen Tool
💡 Purpose: Draws custom shapes and paths with precision.
🎭 (iii) Transparency Tool
💡 Purpose: Adjusts transparency levels, allowing blending effects.

(c) Function of the Marquee Tool (1 Mark)

💡 The Marquee Tool is used for selecting rectangular, elliptical, or single-row areas in an image, allowing modifications like cropping, resizing, or applying effects.

🚀 Final Thoughts

This Blogger-friendly answer key provides explanations for all SEC-3.1 (Desktop Publishing) questions. Whether you're studying for exams or improving your skills in DTP, Photoshop, and CorelDRAW, this guide has got you covered! 🎉