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BDesign

Bitmap

An image formed from a grid of pixels. Enlarging beyond its resolution can reveal pixels; file format and compression are separate properties.

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Brand mark

A graphic identifying a brand, such as a symbol without its full name. Trademark protection is not automatic for every design; registration and law matter.

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Brandbook

A guide to a brand's rules, usually covering logos, colours, typography and applications, sometimes tone of voice. Scope varies by project. A brandbook can be broader than a logo usage manual.

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Branding

Developing a brand's identity and how people perceive it. It includes positioning, promises, communication and customer experience. A logo is one branding tool, not the whole process.

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