Serifs, the new web font?
Over at WebDesignerWall.com, a post declares serifs may just be coming back in for web design.
In the past, we’ve been told not to use serif fonts due to its readability on low resolution monitors and poor rendering in WindowsXP. Now, with display technology advancing and IE7+ supporting ClearType by default, I think it is about time to change that rule.
I do agree the readability issue may be disappearing with the proliferation of high-resolutions monitors. However, it seems to me the design aesthetic of most things “digital” is a sans-serif font. With the design-restrictions changing, will the aesthetic follow? I don’t believe the change will be as quick as some might think (want) it to be.
Don’t get me wrong, though, I love serifs. I think they are perfect for large headlines. Your thoughts?
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