Image Manipulation and Graphic Design Principles

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts related to image manipulation and graphic design principles, as well as website design and digital citizenship.

Image Manipulation

The process of bringing changes to a digitalized image to transform it into a desired format.

Cropping

Cutting parts away to remove distracting or irrelevant elements in an image.

Color Balance

The ambience and tone of light in a picture; enhances overall image appearance by adjusting warm or cool tones.

Brightness

Adjusting the image to make it darker or lighter.

Contrast

Modifying the difference between light and dark areas to improve image clarity.

Filters

Techniques that alter an image significantly, creating effects such as sketched appearances or grainy textures.

Changing the Background

Adding or replacing the background to make the subject of an image stand out.

Removing the Color

The process of desaturating or eliminating certain colors in an image.

Combining Text, Graphics, and Image

Adding multiple elements in design layouts.

Graphic Design

Uses visual compositions to solve problems and communicate ideas through typography, imagery, color, and form.

Images

Representations of the external form of a person or thing, can be 2D or 3D.

Graphics

Visual images or designs used to inform, illustrate, or entertain.

Color (in design)

Used for emphasis and can evoke emotions; includes hue, intensity, and value.

Balance (in design)

Equal distribution of weight in a layout, crucial for effective composition.

Proximity (in design)

Ensures related design elements are placed together to imply a relationship.

White Space

Also known as negative space, it enhances readability and visual clarity.

Alignment

Arranging visual elements to ensure they line up properly.

Repetition (in design)

The process of repeating characteristics to maintain consistency and unity in design.

Contrast (in design)

Divergence of opposing elements, useful for highlighting differences.

Web Templates

Unique full-page layouts that contain generic information to be personalized by users.

WYSIWYG

What You See Is What You Get; a system that allows users to manipulate design components without coding.

Website Purpose

The clear intention of a website, catering to user needs and interactions.

Simplicity (in web design)

Considers the user's experience and the usability of the website.

Navigation

The way-finding system on websites that helps visitors find what they need.

F Shaped Pattern Reading

A layout reflecting the natural left-to-right reading pattern common in Western cultures.

Visual Hierarchy

Arrangement of elements by importance, enhancing focus on key information.

Grid Based Layout

Organizes content in a clean grid structure for aesthetic balance.

Load Time

The duration it takes for a website to load, critical for retaining visitors.

Mobile Friendly

Websites designed to be responsive and adaptable to various screen sizes.

Collaborative ICT Development

Working together using digital tools to create and manage ICT content.

Content Curation

The process of gathering, organizing, and sharing digital information specific to a topic.

Digital Citizenship

The responsible and ethical use of technology and the internet.

Importance of Digital Citizenship

Promotes online safety, encourages ethical behavior, and impacts social change.