ITEC93 QUIZ 2 Flashcards
is a sequence of characters or symbols used to
convey information, ideas, or
data.
Text
It is one of the most fundamental and versatile forms of communication, used in various mediums such as print, digital media, and visual displays.
Text
Individual letters, numbers, punctuation marks, and other symbols.
Characters
Formed by combining characters, they represent distinct units of meaning.
Words
Groupings of words that express complete thoughts or ideas.
Sentences
Text without any formatting, such as bold, italic, or color changes.
Plain Text
Text with styling applied, such as fonts, sizes, colors, and alignment.
Formatted Text
Text that contains links (hyperlinks) to other pieces of text or multimedia, commonly used in web pages.
Hypertext
conveying information, instructions, or narratives.
Communication
serving as a representation of language in written form.
Representation
storing information in a readable format, such as in books, documents, or databases.
Data Storage
allowing for creative expression in literature, poetry, and art.
Expression
Books, newspapers, magazines, and other printed materials rely on text to deliver content.
In print
Websites, apps, eBooks, and digital advertisements use text for content and navigation.
In Digital Media
Text is used in films, TV, video games, and other multimedia projects to provide information like titles, subtitles, and credits.
In Visual Display
ells a story or recounts events.
Narrative Text
Provides detailed descriptions of people, places, or things.
Descriptive Text
Explains or informs about a topic.
Expository
Aims to convince or persuade the reader of a particular point of view.
Persuasive Text
Fonts should be easy to read, especially for body text.
Legibility
The font style should match the tone and purpose of the project.
Appropriateness
Ensure that the selected font supports all the required characters and symbols.
Compatibility
Traditional and formal fonts, often used in print media (e.g., Times New Roman).
Serif
Modern and clean fonts, commonly used in digital media (e.g., Arial, Helvetica).
San-Serif