Beyond The Mac is Not a Typewriter: More Typographic Insights and Secrets

ISBN-10: 0201885980
ISBN-13: 9780201885989
Category: Computers / Desktop Applications / Desktop Publishing
Pages: 222
Language: English
Published: 1996
Publisher: Peachpit Press
Author: Robin Williams

Description

Since 1989, hundreds of thousands of Macintosh users have learned the basics of creating good-looking type from Robin Williams' classic primer, The Mac is not a typewriter. In this sequel, Robin guides you beyond the basics with hundreds of useful tips, techniques, and secrets for making any document beautiful and distinctive. Ranging from traditional typographic information such as how to improve the readability and legibility of a typeface, to tips on new technologies such as Adobe's multiple master fonts, Beyond the Mac is not a typewriter provides an unprecedented wealth of exciting and practical information.

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