Borders in typesetting are spaces used to visually separate sections of documents or pages. Borders can be used to demarcate edges, group elements together, or add decorative effects.
Borders can be created using various techniques, including rules (lines), shading, and graphics. Rules may consist of solid or dashed lines with combinations; shading can utilize colors or patterns, while graphics may range from simple line drawings to complex images.
Borders can be used to emphasize specific sections or apply across an entire document or page, for instance, to restrict the header from its body or group together similar elements (such as images).
Borders may either be static or dynamic. Static borders do not alter with document content or page turn, while dynamic ones can be configured to change according to what they encounter; for instance, using dynamic borders as a highlighter might highlight one section more prominently than another.
Borderless printing is a printing technique that does not involve borders. This technique is often utilized when printing photographs or other images that would benefit from having no borders present.
Border is another term used to refer to the edges of book pages, specifically between text and the edge of each page. Border width varies according to the book’s design but typically hovers at approximately 1/4-inch (6 mm).
Borders can add an aesthetic element to books. Not only can they highlight titles or other details about them, but they are also often where ISBN (International Standard Book Number) numbers are printed.
Borders play an essential role in books, publishing, and printing. Their purpose can range from improving an aesthetic appeal to protecting text and illustrations from damage or adding structural support for books. Furthermore, borders help readers locate their place more quickly while adding visual interest.