Epson EPL-7500 User Manual - Page 112

Using PostScript Fonts Working with fonts Understanding the terms associated with printing will help you design better documents. This section explains some basic terms about printing with fonts. Serif and San Serif Styles Most font styles can be described as either serif or sans serif. Both of these terms originated with typesetting, and they refer to the appearance of the characters. A serif font, like Times Roman or Palatino, has a decorative line or foot at the ends of most of the lines that form each letter. Serif fonts are among the oldest and most legible designs of type and are used widely in newspapers and books. Use a serif font when you want an elegant, traditional look that is easy to read. This is Times Bold. Sans serif fonts are characterized by their clean, simple lines. They do not have a serif, or foot, at the end of each letter. Helvetica and ITC Avant Garde Book are popular sans serif fonts. Use a sans serif font when you want a contemporary look. This is Helvetica Bold. Frequently sans serif fonts are used for headings and tables, with serif fonts used for large amounts of text. Application Software 5-11