HOW TO BE STRATEGIC WHEN PICKING A TYPEFACE

Summary from the TLDR Design newsletter

Key UI font metrics like x-height, leading ratio, spatial efficiency, character shape, number design, and multilingual support determine a font's digital suitability. High x-height aids readability, balanced leading improves stability, and clear characters boost usability, especially in data-heavy interfaces. Objective metrics matter, but brand identity and user preferences should also guide font choices.