: Pair a typeface with a strong "personality" (like a decorative script) with a neutral, functional one (like a geometric sans). 4. Design for Accessibility

Before diving into design, you need to understand the core pillars of type:

: Maintain a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for body text against its background.

: A typeface is the design itself (e.g., Helvetica), while a font is the specific file or style (e.g., Helvetica Bold, 12pt). Spacing Essentials :

: Legibility refers to how easily a reader can distinguish one letter from another, while readability is how easy it is to read entire blocks of text.