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title: Gobo
description: "A Gobo is a plate (or partial screen) that has been cut in such a way that when it is attached to a lighting set up will project a pattern or image onto a surface. Gobo \"Goes Before Optics\"."
image: https://blog.shoflo.tv/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/gobo.jpg
---

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## What is a Gobo? "Goes Before Optics"

A plate that has been cut in such a way that when it is attached to a lighting set up will project a pattern or image onto a surface. Gobo "Goes Before Optics".

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**Additional Information:** Gobo is usually designed to display a message or logo of a company onto a flat surface such as the ground, wall or ceiling at an event.

**Shoflo's Definition:** This is a cutout that is put inside of a light that projects the cutout onto a screen or surface. Gobos are often used to project logos

### Pronunciation \[Go - Bo\]

![a metal plate is used to selectively show lights to project a logo or design onto flat surfaces](https://blog.shoflo.tv/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/gobo.jpg)

 

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