noun
- the adjustment of space between individual letters in text, typically to improve readability or achieve a desired visual effect in typography or design
Usage: commonly used in typography, graphic design, and digital publishing
Examples
- The designer increased the letterspacing to make the headline more elegant and easier to read.
- Proper letterspacing can significantly improve the appearance of a logo or brand name.
- In typography, letterspacing is adjusted differently depending on the font and size.
- The poster's title used generous letterspacing to create a modern, sophisticated look.
- Most design software allows you to control letterspacing with precision.
- Tight letterspacing can make text appear cramped and difficult to read.