A font is an assortment of letters and numbers all of one size and style. On the Web, you can specify font faces and sizes using HTML commands. But before we delve into the commands, I wanted to -- as usual -- give you a specific piece of advice. In this case, two pieces of advice. About the danger of fonts.
- Beware "cool" fonts you don't see widely on the Web.
- Don't go crazy with the fonts.
To avoid this kind of browser woe, stick to the most common font faces -- that is, the kinds which come preinstalled on most computers: Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Times New Roman.
Does this mean you can never use a "cool" font? Certainly not. If you need to use a "cool" or "rare" font (as a logo, for example), then create a graphic for it instead using Photoshop or Illustrator.
Also keep in mind that less really is more. Heaping multiple fonts on your page won't do anything but make it look busy and be harder to read.
NOTE: Suite 101 has specific guidelines about fonts. So I won't be able to demonstrate any of the various font commands in action. But take heart! Viewing any professional website, including this one, will give you working examples of fonts.
There are basically three font attributes: face, size and color.
To change any of your page's font attributes use the <font> and the </font> tag. Any text within those tags will take on the same face, size and color.
Font Commands
<pre></pre>
Makes preformatted text
<h1></h1>
Makes the largest headline
<h6></h6>
Makes the smallest headline
<b></b>
Bolds text
<i></i>
Italicizes text
<font size=?></font>
Sets size of font (from 1 to 7)
<font color=?></font>
Sets font color using name or hex value
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