There are three basic types of initial caps:
There are also endless variations in initial caps beyond these basic styles.
A frequent complaint from readers is that initial caps make it harder to read the text. Learn how to adjust initial caps for best appearance and readability with these steps:
- Adjust Gaps in Dropped Caps
- Eliminate Trapped White Space in Initial Caps
- Put Initial Caps on Baseline
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