What is this thing called graphic design

Graphic design is the process of visual communication and problem-solving through the use of typography, photography,and illustration. The field is considered a subset of visual communication and communication design but sometimes the term graphic design is used synonymous. Graphic design create and combine symbols, images and text to form visual representations of ideas and messages. they use typography, visual art, and page layout techniques to create visual composition. common uses of graphic design include corporate design (logos and design) editorial design (magazines, newspapers and books) way finding or environmental design, advertising, web design, communication design, product packaging and signage.