The Use of The GRID in Magazine, and Other Design Page Layout
The Use of The GRID in Magazine, and Other Design Page Layout
The Use of The GRID in Magazine, and Other Design Page Layout
Organization of type, image, and other design elements to communicate information and emphasize or reinforce, the content of a design piece.
Capture our attention - visually Communicate content quickly and easily so the reader understands your message Organizes information to allow access
CONCEPTS APPLY TO MANY DESIGN AREAS Print design Interactive design Package design Exhibit design etc.
Type which directly supports and quickly communicates the content of the design.
SUBHEADS Provide context or identify more specifically the content of the design.
BODY TEXT More specific and detailed information about the subject. It is also an integral part of the visual qualities of a layout. It has form (shape) texture value
IMAGE Directly support concept or content of the layout. Can be graphic, an illustration or photography.
OTHER ELEMENTS Drop or initial cap Gutter Margins Space between columns Shapes Folios Bleed Rules Text wrap
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Organizes information in a unified and predictable fashion Provides structure to accommodate a variety of informational and visual elements Provides productivity in layout and design
CONCEPTS APPLY TO MANY DESIGN AREAS Print design Interactive design Package design Exhibit design etc.
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