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The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog
Typography is the art and technique of arranging type to make written language legible, readable, and appealing when displayed.
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
0123456789.,;:?!@#$%^&*()
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Details
- Designer
- Unknown
- Release Year
- Unknown
- Category
- sans-serif
- Description
- Originally designed by Tobias Frere-Jones in 2011 for the Metro newspaper, Metrophobic was created to improve readability in compact spaces. Its unique design features include tall x-height, narrow letterforms, and geometric sans-serif shapes that provide a modern, clean look. The typeface is well-balanced with subtle contrasts between thick and thin strokes, making it suitable for both headlines and body text.
Best Use Cases
- Website and app interfaces
- Editorial design
- Corporate branding
- Advertising
- Packaging
Usage Instructions
To use Metrophobic effectively, consider its compact nature when selecting it for use in tight spaces such as apps or compact interfaces. Its clean, modern design makes it an excellent choice for editorial design, particularly in digital publications. For corporate branding and advertising, Metrophobic's geometric shapes and tall x-height can help to create a unique, memorable identity.