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SDD002 – Proper Width for Text Columns

2010 September 17
by Izzy

Stuff Designers Do 002


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In this video tutorial, Brent Spore shows you the details you need to know to create visually-appealing text columns. There’s a little math involved, but don’t let that stop you!

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  • Aimazingpmc

    Hi, this was good. I’m just wondering if you are actually referring to designing for web here versus print? You had mentioned pixels instead of points and inches for measuring type/fonts. Just curious.

  • http://brentspore.com Brent Spore

    In the video I said pixels but the same goes for points (in print). It’s all math and it works both ways. :)

  • Tokyokie

    Awesome show Brent and, Izzy, ANOTHER awesome show.

  • Anonymous

    I am loving these! I’ve passed the link onto my students in my Presentation Systems at Edith Cowan University in Western Australia – so if you see a spike on Woopra from Australia you know why Izzy! :)

  • Mahriad

    I’m really liking this tips! Keep it up. A good reminder and some new knowledge.

  • Deedee Girl

    Thanks for these little gems of info. Keep them coming!

  • Cindy d

    Fascinating! I would have liked a few more examples of what you SHOULDN’T do so that I can better visualize the ideal. Perhaps a few samples of ‘real world’ paragraphs divided into do’s and don’ts? Looking forward to the next episode.

  • Anonymous

    Nice and clean explanation. Thanks! Would you consider an episode on great and original design for business cards? tnx

  • Jamie

    This was great. How can I put a lot of information on the screen without it looking busy?

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