OpenType Numerals in InDesign and Quark - Today’s OpenType fonts come equipped with a virtual buffet of numeral styles, but all those choices can be a bit much for your design application to swallow. Here’s a practical guide to help you find your way through the maze of oldstyle, lining, proportional, and tabular, in both InDesign and Quark.
Currency Symbols - A mark, a yen, a buck or a pound – as the song says, money makes the world go ‘round. This was before the introduction of the euro, of course! Luckily, a variety of currency symbols are included with most fonts. Learn what they are and how to find them.
Fractions - Can’t find the fractions on your keyboard? You’re not alone. Believe it or not, there are no designated keystrokes for fractions on a Mac. PCs offer only a few...
Proportional Vs. Tabular Figures - Some numbers add up, and others don’t – no, it’s not your tax return. It’s the difference between proportional and tabular numerals. Know which style you need before you choose a typeface and you’ll reap a big savings in time and effort.