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Solitaire1 · 11-01-2010, 02:19 PM

I can only answer the first two questions:

1. what text size are you using on modern LCD screen or eInk?

I format my ebooks so that they display on my ebook reader in the actual size, and currently I use a 13 point base font size. The rest of the text, such as headings, are increased in size relative to that base size.

For readablity, I use the Georgia typeface for serif text and Calibri typeface for san-serif text. Both are very legible on my ereader, and I like the way they look.

2. have you used smaller text size but on prolonged period it had negative impact on your eyes?

I have to wear reading glasses for any type of lengthy reading. I've found that a 13 point font size allows me to comfortably read for long periods of time. I can read smaller text without too much difficulty, but a 13 point font size is the most comfortable for me. I haven't noticed a negative impact of reading smaller text.

11-01-2010, 02:19 PM	#2
Solitaire1 Samurai Lizard Posts: 14,969 Karma: 70029956 Join Date: Nov 2009 Device: NookColor, Nook Glowlight 4	I can only answer the first two questions: 1. what text size are you using on modern LCD screen or eInk? I format my ebooks so that they display on my ebook reader in the actual size, and currently I use a 13 point base font size. The rest of the text, such as headings, are increased in size relative to that base size. For readablity, I use the Georgia typeface for serif text and Calibri typeface for san-serif text. Both are very legible on my ereader, and I like the way they look. 2. have you used smaller text size but on prolonged period it had negative impact on your eyes? I have to wear reading glasses for any type of lengthy reading. I've found that a 13 point font size allows me to comfortably read for long periods of time. I can read smaller text without too much difficulty, but a 13 point font size is the most comfortable for me. I haven't noticed a negative impact of reading smaller text.