Received a question on using fonts: Q. When should we use preload in loading fonts? Can you give some examples? Here's what I think 👇 1. Using preload is not affected with the origin of font, whether local or over CDN. 2. Using preload is specific to the nature of your website font loads and their priority: Case 1: If I have say a designer website with fonts of very specific kind and I'm okay with users seeing a fallback font (generated to match -the font of your choice) I do not need to use preload. Having a fallback font allows me to get rid of layout shifts. Case 2: If I have say a designer website with fonts of very specific kind BUT I'm NOT okay with users seeing a fallback font, I do need to use preload to make sure that the fonts receive higher priority on the network waterfall. Case 3: If I do not have a designer website but still I want the font of my choice to be visible to users as soon as they open up the page, I'd need to use preload. Case 4: If I do not have a designer website and I'm okay with users seeing a fallback font I do not need to use preload. Having a fallback font allows me to get rid of layout shifts. Let me know your feedback on this. Open to learning.
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Your fonts could be giving potential clients the ick. (Your favorite font isn't necessarily the right font) Comic Sans IRL feels a bit... uncanny valley. There's a good reason for that. It's the internet's default option for snark. And if you've just been picking fonts at random Or letting your designer do it without asking why Then yikes on bikes, that's a big problem. Here's why: 𝟭. 𝗙𝗼𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘆 𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 Whether you know it or not, fonts are emotional. Fonts remind us of people and memories. They convey or break trust without needing to shout. 2. 𝗙𝗼𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 Did you know the brain has a hard time reading italics? The wrong font or styling can turn audiences away. 3. 𝗙𝗼𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘆 𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 They're an opportunity to tell someone who you are. And help them decide if you're for them or not. 4. 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗶𝘁 𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝘂𝘆 A well-structured type hierarchy guides the eye. But you need the right fonts to achieve that. 5. 𝗙𝗼𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘆 Fonts that go together create harmony in your design. They give the design a sense of "flow" and balance. 6. 𝗙𝗼𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 & 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 Times New Roman and Garamond are serious fonts. The Harvard logo in Comic Sans would be weird. 7. 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗱 A memorable font builds brand recognition. Recognition is how people go deep with you. Fonts aren't just pretty letters. They're your brand voice. P.S. What's your go-to font you just LOVE? (4/90)
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Unpopular opinion: Your website is not supposed to be a piece of art. Some people don't have a website. They have a painting. "A splash of this color. A drop of that color. Out-of-space CTAs. And let's not forget a fancy script font because every modern website needs one!" Great too look at. But totally dysfunktional. Your👏Website👏Is👏Not👏A👏Painting👏 Sure, your website shouldn't be ugly. But, first and foremost, your visitors should be able to: 🔹 easily see what's important 🔹 read without distractions 🔹 mentally filter out elements that aren't body text (headings, CTAs). ❓ But what's wrong with using many colors, fonts and font sizes? Well, every different color, font or font size creates a friction. Frictions are good if you want your visitors to pause & pay attention to that friction-causing thing. But they are bad if you need them to read smoothly. Want your visitors to pay attention to what you're saying (and get persuaded)? Use a maximum of: ✔️2 font families (one for section (sub)headings, one for body text) ✔️4 font sizes (heading / subheading / body text / CTA) ✔️3 colors (headings / body text / CTA) ... while keeping everything readable (i.e. readable font families, sizes and colors). 💡Pro tip: You can use a 3d font - a readable script font for (very!) short phrases. #webdesign #website #leadgen #onlinebusiness *** Want to see more quick but powerful website improvement tips in your feed? Follow the hashtag #GATIPS (👈 click on this hashtag + "Follow"). I've shared 250+ tips under this hashtag already, and there is more where they came from.
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How to Remember Font Usage In 4 Steps Imagine your website or design project as a building. Just like a building needs a strong foundation to support its structure, your visual identity needs a solid font hierarchy to be clear and impactful. This graphic uses a staircase to represent the increasing level of prominence and size for each font style in your hierarchy. ↳ Step 1: Base Font (Highest Step) This is your workhorse font, used for the majority of body text. It should be highly legible and easy on the eyes, like Arial or Helvetica. ↳ Step 2: Subheading Font (Second Step) This font adds some visual interest for subheadings, breaking up large chunks of text. ↳ Step 3: Accent Font (Third Step) Used sparingly for emphasis, this font can be more decorative or have a unique style. • Think call-to-action buttons, quotes, or titles for specific sections. ↳ Step 4: Display Font (Lowest Step) This is your showstopper, used for headlines and logos. It can be a bold, eye-catching typeface that reflects your brand personality. With a clear font hierarchy, you create an easy-to-navigate design experience. What fonts are your favorites for building a strong visual brand? Share your tips in the comments! Like 👍, Comment ❤, and Share ♻ — Kendol PS. 🎨 Looking for help with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or InDesign? Get a 1-on-1 session with me. First Session Free. Comment the word "TUTOR"
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🔹Looking to create an impactful website? Check out this comprehensive guide to choosing and using fonts for your website🔹 Give your website an edge with the right font selection. Check out this guide for some expert tips and tricksURL: @wearearticulate
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