What Font Is Used by the "Readable Font" Feature of Eye-Able Assist?

Introduction

The "Readable Font" feature of Eye-Able Assist provides user-friendly and accessible typography on websites. This article explains which font is used and how it contributes to readability.

Which Font Is Used?

The "Readable Font" feature uses the Open Sans typeface. Open Sans is one of the most common and frequently used fonts, which is supported by modern web browsers by default. Since this font is pre-installed on most devices and systems, it doesn't need to be loaded separately, thus not affecting the page's loading speed.

Why Is Open Sans a Good Choice for Readability?

Open Sans is especially suitable for accessible websites. The font was specifically designed to improve readability, even for people with visual impairments or reading difficulties. It is characterized by a clear, easy-to-read structure and a balanced design that ensures a pleasant reading experience, particularly for longer texts.

What Other Adjustments Are Made?

In addition to the choice of font, other aspects of the layout are adjusted to maximize readability. For example, italicized fonts are removed because they can make reading more difficult. Line spacing is also optimized to make the text as clear and pleasant to read as possible. These adjustments follow the best practices of the WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines), which provide clear recommendations for designing accessible web content.

What Are the WCAG Standards and How Do They Improve Readability?

The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) are internationally recognized guidelines that help make web content accessible to all users, including people with disabilities. The "Readable Font" feature of Eye-Able Assist follows these guidelines to ensure that the typography meets the best practices for accessibility.

For more detailed information on best practices in typography and their impact on accessibility, you can visit the official pages of Stanford University: Readability of Fonts - Stanford UIT.

Conclusion

The "Readable Font" feature of Eye-Able Assist uses the Open Sans font and optimizes other text elements like line spacing and the removal of italicized fonts. These adjustments help make web content accessible and more readable for all users.