Monday, August 08, 2005

Clearer font in Windows XP

There is a simple feature built into Windows XP that improves the display quality of fonts. This feature is called "ClearType."

ClearType improves readability on color LCD displays with a digital interface, such as those in laptops and high-quality flat panel displays. Readability on CRT screens can also be somewhat improved.

I have been enabling this option since the day I discovered it, and I must admit, it is a drastic improvement over standard mode.

To enable this feature, follow the steps below:

1) Right Click on your desktop and select properties.
2) Select the Appearance Tab and press on the Effects Button
3) In the effects box, put a checkmark beside "Use the following method to smoth edges of screen fonts. Under the drop down menu, select ClearType.
4) Press Ok, and apply your new settings.

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