Editing Decal (section)

== Modern production process ==
Mass-production of vinyl decals starts with large rolls of vinyl sheet. Vinyl is fed through a [[cutting plotter]] or large-format printer/cutter which prints the desired image and cuts out the desired shapes. Designs are typically created using specialized computer software and sent to the machines electronically. After the patterns are cut, excess vinyl on the sheet is removed in a process called ''weeding''. Finally, a paper pre-mask{{what|What is a "pre-mask"?|date=July 2022}} can be applied to the top of the vinyl design allowing easy application of multiple letters and shapes.{{how|How are "multiple letters and shapes" applied?  The technique as described is completely opaque.|date=July 2022}}

A recent innovation involves the inclusion of a [[radio frequency identification]] (RFID) circuit (chip and antenna) in the paper or film facestock.{{Why|In what applications, to what end?|date=July 2022}}{{citation needed|date=May 2020}}