Fear Not The Fine Print | Tips For Making Text Legible

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• As we age, our ability to read deteriorates. By
  our early to mid-40s, most of us (about 55
  million Americans) need reading glasses. Certain
  conditions can make the task even more
  difficultpoor lighting, elaborate typefaces,
  glossy pages. Fortunately, there are a number of
  things you can do to make reading both easier and
  more pleasurable. From reading eyeglasses to
  lighting adjustments, here are the most useful
  tips for reading print.

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• Larger type makes for easier reading. Buy print
  books that feature larger text if you struggle to
  read fine print. Upsizing is even easier with a
  tablet, smartphone, or computer. On computers,
  simply increase the size to at least 16 or 18
  points to make text more readable. Most
  smartphones or e-devices also have simple options
  for increasing text size.

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• One way to make text readable is to get closer.
  With print media, that means holding the book or
  magazine near your eyes. You can also use a
  magnifying glass. Computers and e-readers are
  usually equipped with a handy zoom function,
  making it even easier to focus in tight. But
  ultimately, reading glasses are hands-free and
  personalized.

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• Its one of the oldest solutions in the book, and
  its still the best Reading eyeglasses. Whether
  youre scanning through an e-reader or skimming
  through an old-fashioned book, a pair of
  prescription quality readers glasses, or
  readers, remains the tried-and-true method for
  making text legible. Throw in durable and
  ultra-lightweight frames, and reading can be as
  comfortable as it is enjoyable.

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• Even when wearing prescription strength readers,
  dim light can affect your ability to make out
  fine print. Make sure you have enough light on
  the page to illuminate the text properly. If you
  can, get a dedicated reading lamp. Many newer
  e-readers also offer screens that light up.

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• Glare from a light source also gives plenty of
  people trouble, particularly when theyre trying
  to read text on reflective screens. If the window
  is directly behind or in front of you, or if a
  light is shining directly into the screen, youll
  have to work at least twice as hard to read the
  same text. Adjust your position, the position of
  your computer, or the position of the
  lightwhichever is easiest.

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• Sometimes a little contrast is all you need. Dark
  text stands out best on white backgrounds. The
  darker the text, and the whiter the background,
  the easier it is to read. For older people, the
  opposite tends to be truewhite or light yellow
  text on a dark background usually works the best.

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• Some e-readers and tablets let you change the
  font. Read at least one full page in each font,
  then select the typeface that works the best for
  you. That ideal typeface may be different for
  different people, but generally, the less you
  notice the font, the better. Decorative fonts are
  best avoided at all costs.

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• Glossy paper reflects the light, and that can
  make the glare problem even worse. People who
  struggle with reading text should avoid glossy
  magazines or books whenever possible. If you do
  have to read something printed on glossy pages,
  return to tip 5 and adjust the lighting to
  minimize the glare.

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• Look Optic works hard to make reading easy. We
  produce high-quality readers for people who
  struggle to see the fine print. With our
  ultra-light frames, fashionable designs, and
  prescription strength lenses, reading becomes
  effortless, stylish, and joyful.

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