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Abstract

This study categorizes typefaces using the default font lists from various Computer Aided Design (CAD) software to provide students with foundational knowledge for lettering design. Having been conducted as a descriptive research, it enhances existing literature by focusing on educating students on the essentials of typeface selection. The research examines font lists from Microsoft Office Word, CorelDraw X5, CorelDraw 2020, Adobe Illustrator CS6, Adobe Photoshop CS6, Adobe Photoshop CS5, and LibreCAD Office 7.5, analyzing 28 typefaces displayed on a 12 by 7-inch screen with a resolution of 1366x768. The study involved ten male participants, aged 25 to 40, all with similar visual acuity tested without glasses. Findings highlight the importance of observation and classification in distinguishing similar-looking letterforms, emphasizing legibility and readability. The study notes that decorative typefaces have the lowest readability. Additionally, older versions of CorelDraw and Adobe Photoshop contain a broader range of typefaces, including many not found in newer versions, which only feature popular examples. These insights aim to familiarize students with the available typefaces in standard CAD software, thus aiding in idea generation for lettering design and reducing the need for extensive internet searches, particularly benefiting those affected by the digital divide.

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