Stroke contrast is the difference between a typeface’s thinnest and thickest strokes. Low contrast keeps delicate strokes from disappearing on small screens, helping text stay readable. section 20.3
When choosing a typeface for a portfolio or other screen-based page:
- Look for minimal variation between thin and thick strokes rather than dramatic contrast. section 20.3
- Check stroke contrast alongside counters, apertures, and x-height; these characteristics work together to support legibility. section 20.3
- When pairing heading and body typefaces, choose fonts with compatible legibility characteristics, including similar stroke contrast. section 20.3
Figure 20.2 When deciding on a typeface that will render well even on small displays, look for larger counters and apertures, good x-height, and low stroke contrast.
Compare typefaces by looking for larger counters and apertures, a useful x-height, and low stroke contrast for small displays. section 20.3
