The document provides an overview of a book that describes 10 broad classifications of type. It explains that each classification will have a description page explaining the history and characteristics of the classification. It will also include a full specimen sheet example of a font from that classification. The last few pages will explain font flags and specimen sheets. The document is intended to help the reader learn and be familiar with the 10 type classifications.
This document provides an overview of typography concepts using dating and relationships as an analogy. It begins with basic typography terminology like typeface vs. font and type anatomy. It then discusses appropriate typeface selection based on intended audience and medium. Details like hierarchy, alignment, kerning, and leading are covered to help "make it work." Alternative character styles and licensing are briefly touched on. The overall document aims to help readers find the "perfect match" in typography through understanding its fundamental elements.
The document discusses CSS font stacks and provides guidelines for creating effective font stacks. It explains that font stacks allow users to specify alternative fonts to use if the primary font is not available. The author provides tips for selecting fonts for titles versus paragraphs and examples of font stacks balanced for different purposes. The document aims to expand the typographic options for web designers by demonstrating appropriate fallback fonts in stacks.
The document provides definitions and examples for common type terminology used in typography. It defines terms like ascender, baseline, cap height, descender, glyph, italic, ligatures, serif, x-height and more. Each definition is accompanied by a visual example to illustrate the term. It is a reference document for basic typographic concepts and vocabulary.
The document provides an overview of a book that describes 10 broad classifications of type. It explains that each classification will have a description page explaining the history and characteristics of the classification. It will also include a full specimen sheet example of a font from that classification. The last few pages will explain font flags and specimen sheets. The document is intended to help the reader learn and be familiar with the 10 type classifications.
This document provides an overview of typography concepts using dating and relationships as an analogy. It begins with basic typography terminology like typeface vs. font and type anatomy. It then discusses appropriate typeface selection based on intended audience and medium. Details like hierarchy, alignment, kerning, and leading are covered to help "make it work." Alternative character styles and licensing are briefly touched on. The overall document aims to help readers find the "perfect match" in typography through understanding its fundamental elements.
The document discusses CSS font stacks and provides guidelines for creating effective font stacks. It explains that font stacks allow users to specify alternative fonts to use if the primary font is not available. The author provides tips for selecting fonts for titles versus paragraphs and examples of font stacks balanced for different purposes. The document aims to expand the typographic options for web designers by demonstrating appropriate fallback fonts in stacks.
The document provides definitions and examples for common type terminology used in typography. It defines terms like ascender, baseline, cap height, descender, glyph, italic, ligatures, serif, x-height and more. Each definition is accompanied by a visual example to illustrate the term. It is a reference document for basic typographic concepts and vocabulary.