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sentences by an extra bit of space. A full word space is too much, as is half a word space; but 20/
100 of an em (set-em), or +20 tracking, is usually sufficient.
AVOID A SERIOUS CRASH
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The content within parentheses and brackets usually will benefit from
additional space to separate it from these marks, especially italic forms with ascenders that are
likely to crash into the marks if left at the default spacing. In particular, lower-case italic f, l, k, h,
and many of the uppercase letters will need this adjustment.
LOOK AT THE FIGURES
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Numerals always need spacing adjustments, especially in sequences. Lin-
ing numerals, which extend from baseline to cap height, usually require extra letter space, even
though they're more varied in form than uppercase letters. Numerals in complex arrangements,
such as tables, are generally tabulated—arranged flush right or around a decimal point in vertical
arrangements of figures. In such situations, the lining figures are preferred to ensure vertical align-
ment for making calculations.
