Accustomed Quote by Eric Gill
“Legibility, in practice, amounts simply to what one is accustomed to.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Typography and Legibility, 1935
Legibility depends on familiarity; what is clear to one may be obscure to another.
In simple terms: Familiarity shapes readability.
Key Takeaway
Design with audience familiarity in mind.
Themes
design
communication
readability
Mood
analytical
practical
Type
academic
instructional
When to use this quote
- graphic design
- instructional materials
- software UI
Key Concepts
typography
user experience
education
Questions to Reflect On
- How can designers test legibility across audiences?
- What standards ensure broad readability?
A Different Perspective
May ignore universal design principles.
