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Ragged edge

extend. left aligned, right aligned, ragged left, ragged right
Ragged text is the non-aligned edge of an unjustified block of text. If the text is right aligned, then the left edge of the copy will be ragged and visa versa.

Readability

The overall appearance of a block, or page, of typeset text. The combination of a legible typeface, combined with a well formatted block of copy, contributes to the readability of a document.

Readability is closely related to legibility and the two concept cannot be realistically separated by any graphic designer who is serious about professional typesetting.

See also: Legibility

Roman

Roman is used to differentiate 'regular' typefaces from their italic or bold versions. Roman numerals are the numerical figures based on the traditional Roman counting forms.

Running head

Line of type running along the top of every page, above the top margin, in a printed publication. Often made up of the publication's title or chapter name.