Typefaces used for signage in public areas, such as roads and airports, often share characteristics of, or are chosen for, their readability.
Typefaces
See also
References
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Further reading
- Cook, Vivian (March 1, 2022). The Language of the English Street Sign. Multilingual Matters. doi:10.21832/9781800414570. ISBN 9781800414570.
External links
- Download of fonts used on roadsigns