Comments on: Using Baseline Grids

By: Matheus

Matheus — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 19:22:30 +0000

Very nice article! Thank you!

By: Luc

Luc — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 23:17:12 +0000

I started using grids only using round numbers, the same for the body copy. After seeing typographers presenting their typefaces with odd numbers both for leading and body, I realized that there were no rules really and like you said “if it works better, use that.”

Here is a nice tool to make baseline grids with greater control than only using InDesign.

http://font.is/EasyGrid/EasyGridCalculator.htm

By: Susan

Susan — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 22:55:00 +0000

Yes, your article is very helpful. Please continue. Thanks.

By: Peteherb

Peteherb — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 23:20:56 +0000

Thanks for starting to unpack some of this, it makes for interesting reading. Layout & type are always areas that need improvement & refreshers, & this is the only place I’ve read someone discussing baselines lately. I’ll be back for more!

By: calvin bench

calvin bench — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 06:38:09 +0000

quality stuff. i’ve recently been expanding my horizons with graphic design. i have sort of a sordid history with the field. i got into it through self motivation and mentorship, having come from pen and pencil illustrations. and i’m learning that it all comes back to the type. so these articles are great so far!

By: ashleykarenroy

ashleykarenroy — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 05:07:08 +0000

I am very interested in learning more about the uses of baseline grids and guidelines for creating a pleasing, legible aesthetic with type, including tips and examples. Thank you for the info thus far!