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Why typography drives readability in Figma - Quick Recap

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What is typography in the context of design?
Typography is the art and technique of arranging type to make written language readable, clear, and visually appealing.
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How does font choice affect readability?
Choosing the right font affects how easily readers can recognize and understand text. Simple, clean fonts improve readability, while decorative fonts can make reading harder.
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Why is line spacing important for readability?
Proper line spacing (leading) prevents text from looking crowded, making it easier for eyes to move from one line to the next without losing place.
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What role does font size play in readability?
Font size must be large enough to read comfortably on the screen or paper. Too small fonts strain the eyes; too large fonts can disrupt flow.
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How does contrast between text and background influence readability?
High contrast between text color and background color makes text stand out and easier to read, while low contrast causes strain and confusion.
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Which font type is generally easiest to read on screens?
AScript fonts
BDecorative fonts
CAll caps fonts
DSans-serif fonts
What happens if line spacing is too tight?
AText becomes easier to scan
BLines may blend together, reducing readability
CText looks more professional
DFont size increases automatically
Why is font size important for readability?
AIt impacts how easily text can be read
BIt determines the color of the text
CIt changes the font style
DIt affects how quickly text loads
What contrast level between text and background is best for readability?
ALow contrast
BMedium contrast
CHigh contrast
DNo contrast
Which of these is NOT a factor that drives readability?
ABackground music
BLine spacing
CFont choice
DText color contrast
Explain how typography influences the ease of reading a report or dashboard.
Think about what makes text easy or hard to read on a screen.
You got /4 concepts.
    Describe three typography adjustments you can make in Figma to improve readability of a business report.
    Focus on font, size, spacing, and colors.
    You got /4 concepts.

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      1. Why is typography important in Business Intelligence dashboards?
      easy
      A. It makes text easier to read and understand.
      B. It adds more colors to the dashboard.
      C. It increases the number of charts shown.
      D. It reduces the amount of data needed.

      Solution

      1. Step 1: Understand typography's role

        Typography focuses on how text looks and feels, affecting readability.

      2. Step 2: Connect typography to BI dashboards

        Clear text helps users quickly grasp information on dashboards.

      3. Final Answer:

        It makes text easier to read and understand. -> Option A

      4. Quick Check:

        Typography improves readability = C [OK]
      Hint: Typography improves text clarity and user understanding [OK]
      Common Mistakes:
      • Confusing typography with adding colors
      • Thinking typography changes data amount
      • Believing typography increases charts
      2. Which of the following is a correct typography practice in Figma for BI reports?
      easy
      A. Choose fonts that are easy to read at different sizes.
      B. Use very small font sizes to fit more text.
      C. Use multiple font styles in every sentence.
      D. Avoid spacing between lines to save space.

      Solution

      1. Step 1: Identify good font choices

        Fonts should be clear and readable at various sizes for BI reports.

      2. Step 2: Evaluate options

        Using easy-to-read fonts improves clarity; very small fonts or no spacing reduce readability.

      3. Final Answer:

        Choose fonts that are easy to read at different sizes. -> Option A

      4. Quick Check:

        Readable fonts = A [OK]
      Hint: Pick fonts clear at all sizes for readability [OK]
      Common Mistakes:
      • Using tiny fonts that are hard to read
      • Mixing too many font styles
      • Skipping line spacing
      3. In a Figma BI dashboard, if the font size is set too small and the color contrast is low, what is the likely result?
      medium
      A. The dashboard will load faster due to smaller text.
      B. Users will find the text hard to read and may miss key insights.
      C. More data points will be visible on the screen.
      D. The dashboard will automatically adjust font sizes.

      Solution

      1. Step 1: Analyze font size and color contrast effects

        Small fonts and low contrast reduce text readability.

      2. Step 2: Understand user impact

        Hard-to-read text causes users to miss important information.

      3. Final Answer:

        Users will find the text hard to read and may miss key insights. -> Option B

      4. Quick Check:

        Small font + low contrast = poor readability = A [OK]
      Hint: Small font + low contrast = hard to read [OK]
      Common Mistakes:
      • Thinking small fonts speed up loading
      • Assuming more data shows automatically
      • Believing dashboard auto-adjusts fonts
      4. You notice your BI dashboard text is hard to read. Which Figma typography setting is most likely causing this issue?
      medium
      A. Font size set to 18px with black text on light yellow background.
      B. Font size set to 16px with black text on white background.
      C. Font size set to 14px with dark blue text on white background.
      D. Font size set to 8px with light gray text on white background.

      Solution

      1. Step 1: Identify poor typography settings

        Very small font size and low contrast colors reduce readability.

      2. Step 2: Compare options

        Font size set to 8px with light gray text on white background has 8px font and light gray on white, making text hard to see.

      3. Final Answer:

        Font size set to 8px with light gray text on white background. -> Option D

      4. Quick Check:

        Small font + low contrast = readability issue = D [OK]
      Hint: Check font size and contrast for readability issues [OK]
      Common Mistakes:
      • Ignoring font size too small
      • Overlooking color contrast problems
      • Assuming all light colors are readable
      5. You are designing a BI dashboard in Figma for users with visual impairments. Which typography approach best improves readability?
      hard
      A. Use small fonts with multiple colors and tight line spacing.
      B. Use cursive fonts with low contrast colors to reduce glare.
      C. Use large, high-contrast fonts with clear spacing and avoid decorative fonts.
      D. Use many font styles and sizes to highlight all data points.

      Solution

      1. Step 1: Consider needs of visually impaired users

        They need large, clear fonts with strong contrast and good spacing.

      2. Step 2: Evaluate typography options

        Use large, high-contrast fonts with clear spacing and avoid decorative fonts uses large, high-contrast fonts and clear spacing, improving readability.

      3. Final Answer:

        Use large, high-contrast fonts with clear spacing and avoid decorative fonts. -> Option C

      4. Quick Check:

        Large, clear fonts + contrast = best readability = B [OK]
      Hint: Large, clear fonts with contrast help all users read better [OK]
      Common Mistakes:
      • Using small or decorative fonts
      • Choosing low contrast colors
      • Overloading with many font styles