Offset printing is a widely used commercial printing technique that involves the transfer of ink from a plate to a rubber blanket, and then onto the printing surface. It is called "offset" because the ink is not directly applied to the paper but is offset onto an intermediate surface before being applied. The process starts with creating metal plates with the image to be printed. These plates are usually made from aluminum and have the image area raised above the non-image area. The image areas are coated with ink, while the non-image areas repel ink. During printing, the plates are mounted on plate cylinders on a printing press. The plates are inked, and then a rubber blanket cylinder transfers the inked image from the plate onto itself. Finally, the inked image is transferred from the rubber blanket cylinder to the paper or other substrate, producing the final printed output. Offset printing offers high-quality and consistent results, making it suitable for a wide range of printing applications, including brochures, magazines, books, newspapers, posters, and more. It supports full-color printing, spot colors, and various finishes like varnishes and coatings. One of the advantages of offset printing is its ability to handle large print runs cost-effectively. The process is known for its efficiency, speed, and versatility, making it a preferred choice for commercial printing projects. However, it may require initial setup time and cost to create the plates, which makes it more suitable for larger print quantities rather than small runs or on-demand printing.