(1) Unused electromagnetic spectrum between TV channels. Originally set up as protection bands to eliminate interference, wireless microphones used in theaters and other venues have employed this spectrum. See White Spaces Coalition.
(2) Any area on a document page that does not contain text or graphics. Also called "negative space," the term was derived from printing paper, which was typically white, and any part of the paper not printed remained white. To a graphic designer whose goal is to render a pleasing result, white space is as important as the printed areas.
(2) Any area on a document page that does not contain text or graphics. Also called "negative space," the term was derived from printing paper, which was typically white, and any part of the paper not printed remained white. To a graphic designer whose goal is to render a pleasing result, white space is as important as the printed areas.
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