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Design Principles

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AlignmentCreates order and organizes page elements
AlignmentPlacement of text and graphics to line up
AlignmentLeft, Right, Center, and Justification
RepetitionUsing the same logo or color throughout your design
RepetitionTakes 3 or more formats to stick with the reader
BalanceSymetrical/Asymetrical/Radial
Symmetrical BalanceA mirror image
Asymmetrical BalanceSeveral smaller items balanced by a larger item on the other side
Radial BalanceAll elements radiate out from center
ColorIncrease impact of words or emphasis in charts or graphs
ColorDon’t use on thin font
ProximityDistance between word, sentences, pictures, etc.
ProximityCreates a relationship among elements
White SpaceCalls attention to something
White SpaceBlank space free of text or graphics
FontTypeface
FontIf you use too many the message becomes lost and hard to read
SerifTypeface with feet
Sans SerifTypeface with no feet
FontShould match the image you are creating
Design PrinciplesAlignment,Font,Proximity,Repetition,Color,Balance


American Heritage Charter School
Nampa, ID

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