Serif vs. Sans: the final battle

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March 15, 2013
Serif vs. Sans: the final battle.

ThumbnailFirst it was the Capulets versus the Montagues; then it was Coke versus Pepsi; and the latest epic battle? Serif versus sans-serif, of course.

Lucky for us, the crew at UrbanFonts has produced a nifty infographic to help clarify the age-old rivalry between serif and sans. Brief, yet information-packed, it covers everything from DPI to classification, and expertly explains why serif is better for print and sans serif is best suited for web.

This clever infographic — that smartly draws upon humor to drive home its points — offers a simple, insightful conclusion that designers should bear in mind: "The best font choices are ones where readers do not notice the font … but the message."

Serif versus Sans-Serif

For free fonts and dingbats, check UrbanFonts.com

Do you tend to use serif or sans-serif most? Can you think of any other points of distinction that could be included in this infographic? Let us know in the comments.

Stacey Kole

Stacey Kole is a freelance writer and former magazine editor. When she’s not crafting copy or chasing after her two little boys, Stacey can be found drinking coffee, tea, or anything else with caffeine. You can connect with her on LinkedIn or follow her on Twitter.

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