Photozincography is a term that refers to the process of making a photographic print from a zinc plate. This method was popular in the 19th century and was commonly used for printing images and text in books, magazines, and newspapers. Synonyms for photozincography include photolithography, photoengraving, and photogravure. Photolithography is a printing process that uses light to transfer images onto a printing plate. Photoengraving involves etching the image onto a metal plate with chemicals and then printing it using ink. Photogravure is a method in which an image is etched onto a copper plate, which is then coated with ink and printed onto paper.