Text is a basic media used in many multimedia systems to communicate ideas and information. It is important for explaining how applications work, guiding users, and delivering intended content. There are two text structures: linear, with a single progression, and non-linear, with connected sections that allow jumping between topics. Effective use of text considers readability factors like size, color, style, and leading. Fonts are collections of characters in a typeface family that vary by size and style, while typefaces are families that include many fonts. Text in multimedia provides menus, buttons, fields, and symbols to aid navigation and interaction.