Print glossary
PMS (Pantone)
PMS refers to the Pantone Matching System, a set of numbered, premixed ink colors used to print exact brand colors.
Pantone colors come in coated (C) and uncoated (U) versions because the same ink looks different on different paper. Specify the number exactly, such as Pantone 186 C, and choose the C or U swatch that matches your stock.
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