Graphics Reference
In-Depth Information
KNOW YOUR DASHES
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There are three horizontal punctuation lines—the hyphen, the en dash, and
the em dash. Use the correct one for its intended function, and adjust the spaces around them so
that they flow optically within text. A full word space on either side is too much, although there are
times when this might be appropriate. The default lengths and baseline orientation of each mark
might need to be altered to improve their relationship to surrounding text; the hyphen often sits
low, and the em dash is sometimes too long.
