
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.
This book investigates how Macintosh users can elevate their document design by applying advanced typographic principles and technical secrets. Robin P. Williams, an established authority in desktop publishing, builds upon her foundational work to provide a comprehensive guide for intermediate users. The text bridges the gap between basic word processing and professional-level typesetting, utilizing a mix of historical typographic standards and modern digital font technologies to improve visual communication.
What You Will Find
Experts and design professionals frequently cite this work as a necessary follow-up for those who have mastered the basics of desktop publishing. Readers often note the clarity of the instructions and the author's ability to make complex typographic concepts accessible to a broad audience.
Page Count:
222
Publication Date:
1996-01-01
Publisher:
Peachpit Pr
ISBN-10:
0201885980
ISBN-13:
9780201885989
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