What is another word for photomechanics?
Pronunciation: [fˌə͡ʊtə͡ʊmɪkˈanɪks] (IPA) 
Photomechanics, also known as photomechanical processes, involves using light and photographic techniques to create mechanical effects or reproduce images on various surfaces. Synonyms for photomechanics include photomechanical printing, photolithography, photoengraving, heliography, and photogravure. Photomechanical printing refers to using a photographic process to create a printing plate, while photolithography involves using a photographic process to transfer images onto a surface for printing. Photoengraving is a process of engraving a design onto a printing plate using a photographic image, and heliography is a printmaking process that uses a photographic plate. Finally, photogravure is a process that uses a photographic image to create an intaglio printing plate. All these terms are synonymous with photomechanics, and each process has its unique application.
