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type: faq
title: "What is the meaning of 'Spot UV Front, No UV back' ?"
description: "Spot UV front, no UV back means only chosen areas on the front, such as a logo or headline, get a glossy coating, while the back stays fully uncoated."
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# What is the meaning of "Spot UV Front, No UV back" ?

Spot UV front, no UV back means the finish is applied to only one side, and only in select areas. Spot UV refers to specific areas on a side receiving UV coating, not the entire side. So the front gets a glossy coating on chosen elements, while the back is left with no UV coating at all. Front: spot UV glosses only the areas you designate, such as a logo or headline. Back: no UV, so the reverse keeps its plain, coating-free surface. Spot always means targeted areas rather than the full side. A cost-effective way to add shine and contrast where it matters most on the front.

Spot UV front, no UV back means only chosen areas on the front, such as a logo or headline, get a glossy coating, while the back stays fully uncoated.

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