Optical size is a variable font axis that adjusts the design of typefaces to suit different point sizes. Smaller text sizes benefit from wider spacing, taller x-heights, and sturdier serifs, while larger sizes allow for more delicate details. Using the optical size axis enhances legibility and visual refinement across sizes and screen resolutions.
Optical Size
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