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New Typeface To Help Dyslexics

Posted by TimSlavin at October 21, 2003

"Dyslexics who have trouble reading words online and in print may soon find relief in a new typeface being developed by a Dutch designer.

Unlike traditional typefaces, which reuse the same forms for multiple letters -- such as b and d, or p and q -- the Read Regular typeface makes each letter significantly unique so that dyslexics can more easily distinguish one character from another. Additionally, Read Regular features simplified forms and extended openings in letters like c and e.

Without these enhancements, the traditional fonts used on the Web and in newspapers, books and magazines can contribute to letter-reversal errors and other problems commonly associated with visual dyslexia." From Wired. Neat discussion about how serif and sans serif fonts impact the ability of dyslexics to read text. Includes a link to the font, Read Regular.

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