trükitav

Trükitav is an Estonian adjective meaning printable or capable of being printed. It is used to describe text, images, layouts, or files that can be transferred to a printed form without substantial modification. In practice, something trükitav is ready for printing with standard equipment and settings, rather than remaining in an editable or draft state.

Etymology and morphology: The word comes from the verb trükkima, meaning to print, combined with the suffix -atav, which forms adjectives indicating potential or capability. The construction mirrors other Estonian derivatives where the root denotes the action and -atav expresses the ability to undergo that action.

Usage: In publishing, design, and information technology, trükitav is used to characterize documents, layouts, or files described as suitable for printing. Common collocations include trükitav fail (printable file) and trükitav kujundus or trükitav vorming (print-ready format or layout). It is distinct from terms referring to the act of printing or to something that has already been printed, depending on context.

See also: printing, typography, document preparation, print-ready formats.