Serif:
Serif:
- The small projecting elements extending from letters are called "serifs" .The word Roman is commonly associated with Serif styles.
- We can typically seen this style in Books, Magazines, or anything related to print since they can be read easily via those formats.
Popular Font Options: Times New Roman, Georgia and Baskerville.
SanSerif:
- The San-Serif style is any typeface that lacks the projecting features radiating from the edges. Hence the reason for the word "sans", meaning "without. "
- These styles are generally cleaner in look and style, and dominate most web-based experiences. "Gothic" is often used with Sans styles.
Popular Font Options: Arial, Verdana, Helvetica and Lucida Grande.
Differences between the Serif and SanSerif:
| Serif | SanSerif |
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| Serif typeface contains a little decorative stroke at the end of the characters. | SanSerif fonts do not contain a little decorative stroke at the end of the characters. |
| Serif font is considered to be classic, formal, elegant, and confident | SanSerif font is considered to be modern, direct, simple and minimal. |
| Serif font is widely used in printed works such as newspapers, magazines and books. | SanSerif font is widely used in the web. |
| Serif font is used for long texts. | SanSerif font is widely used for small texts. |
Real Time Applications of Serif Fonts:
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| Used in Newspaper |
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| Used in Magazines |
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| Used in Movie Titles |
Real Time Applications of SanSerif Fonts:
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| Used in Web |
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| Used in Display Boards |
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| Used in LED Display Boards |
Advantages of Serif Font:
- They are easily readable with speed.
- Eye travel across the line is increased.
- Increases readability.
Disadvantages of Serif Font:
- Harder to read online.
- Used for printed works only.
Advantages of Sanserif Font:
- They are more Legible.
- Makes font simple.
- Used for Small texts like headings.
Disadvantages of SanSerif Font:
- Cannot applicable for long texts.