typography Articles & Videos

  • Typography Terms: Glossary

    Use this glossary to clarify key definitions related to typography.

  • Dark Mode: How Users Think About It and Issues to Avoid

    Dark mode is popular, but not always a critical feature. Users behave similarly without it. They think about it at the system level, not the application level.

  • Visual Design in UX: Study Guide

    Unsure where to start? Use this collection of links to our articles and videos to learn about visual design in UX.

  • The Dos and Don’ts of Pairing Typefaces

    When choosing typography to use in designs, narrow down your options by understanding the most common classifications, looking for typefaces with multiple variations and distinct characters, and pairing typefaces together with consistency and readability in mind.

  • Best Font for Online Reading: No Single Answer

    Among high-legibility fonts, a study found 35% difference in reading speeds between the best and the worst. People read 11% slower for every 20 years they age.

  • Typography for Glanceable Reading: Bigger Is Better

    Fonts to support glancing at individual words should be larger, in noncondensed widths, and uppercase over lowercase.

  • Serif vs. Sans-Serif Fonts for HD Screens

    Decent computer screens with pixel densities of 220 PPI or more lead to new usability guidelines for on-screen typography.