Introduction to Multimedia

Chapter 7: Text

Go Online Activity 7.1

Introduction
Designing text for online and multimedia use is entirely different than design guidelines for printed materials. Learn tips and techniques for successful text design you can use on your next multimedia project.

Directions:
Read the questions below. Then, click on the Destination Site link to open a new browser window. Apply what you learn to answer the questions. Check your work before clicking Submit.

Destination Site: Typography in Web Page Design

If this link is inactive or if you wish to find other Internet sites with similar information, get permission from your teacher to use a search engine.
Here are some keywords you might use:
Font use in Web design

1.
What happens if you have a long line in your online text?
2.
The extensive use of italic fonts loses legibility. What is an easy and effective way to bring attention to a font?
3.
Type set in the same point size will appear largest on what operating system?
4.
If you must use a non-standard font, what is one way to ensure it displays properly on all platforms, operating systems, and browsers?
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