"Character Spacing and Kerning" refers to the adjustment of the spacing between individual characters and letters in a text to achieve a harmonious and aesthetically pleasing display. This includes both kerning, where the spacing between individual letters is adjusted, and tracking, which affects the spacing between characters in a whole word or sentence. These adjustments can be made manually to improve the readability and visual appeal of the text.
Typical functions of software in the "Character Spacing and Kerning" area could include:
Manual Adjustment: The ability for users to manually adjust character spacing and kerning to allow for individual customization.
Automatic Adjustment Algorithms: Algorithms that automatically calculate and adjust character spacing and kerning based on various parameters such as font, font size, and text length.
Preview: A preview option to see the effects of changes to character spacing and kerning in real-time before they are applied.
Customization Settings: Settings for fine-tuning character spacing and kerning, including the ability to apply kerning globally or selectively to specific sections of text.
Undo and Redo: The ability to undo or redo adjustments made to facilitate the workflow and correct mistakes.