Letter Height Calculator
How big should the letters on your sign be? Enter how far away people will read it and we’ll show the minimum readable height and the size that grabs attention from the road — handy for storefront signs and banners around Buffalo and the Twin Cities.
Enter a viewing distance to see recommended letter heights.
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Questions, answered
Need this done for you? We handle Wide Format & Signage for businesses across Buffalo and the Twin Cities.
A common rule of thumb is one inch of letter height for every 10 feet of viewing distance for basic readability. For signage meant to catch attention from the road, designers often size up to roughly one inch per 4 to 5 feet.
Yes. Bold, simple typefaces with strong contrast read from much farther than thin or script fonts. The calculator gives a height starting point — we fine-tune the typeface and contrast when we design the sign.
Absolutely — that’s our day job. We design and produce storefront signs, banners, and large-format graphics for businesses across Buffalo and the West Metro. Just request a quote.
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