
Graphic Design Quick Tip: optical alignment vs mathematical alignment
Sunday, 11 August 2013
by Shawn Barry
When you’re aligning elements on your page, there are two ways to align them: mathematically, or optically. The difference is small, but it can really make a difference in your overall design. It’s not specifically “better” to use optical alignment, but judge the effect for yourself. Here’s an example of a mathematical alignment of elements.
- Published in Quick Graphic Design Tips
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