Although placeholder text has been used in word processing for decades, it’s rarely the subject of scrutiny.
Lorem ipsum is the Latin-derived placeholder text used by graphic designers and layout specialists. But in this age of sophisticated digital-document product, is it time for an updated version?
In his thread titled “A new lorem ipsum?”, Lounge member peterg suggests there’s a need for a new string of text, usable for showing off typographic extras and letter-spacing anomalies in differing languages. The discussion into the intricacies of letter spacing and color make this thread an enlightening read. More»
The following links are this week’s most-interesting Lounge threads, including several new questions that you may be able to provide responses to:
☼ starred posts — particularly useful
If you’re not already a Lounge member, use the quick registration form to sign up for free. The ability to post comments and take advantage of other Lounge features is available only to registered members.
If you’re already registered, you can jump right in to today’s discussions in the Lounge.
The Lounge Life column is a digest of the best of the WS Lounge discussion board. Keely Dolan is a Windows Secrets Lounge administrator.
Related posts:
