KernType, a typography game made with Raphaël

In plain words

KernType is a typography game that teaches players how to kern type—the practice of adjusting spacing between letters. The game presents letter pairs and challenges players to position them correctly by eye, providing feedback on their spacing accuracy. Designed for anyone interested in typography, design, or visual refinement, it makes learning kerning principles engaging and interactive. The game offers a practical way to develop an eye for professional-quality letter spacing through hands-on practice.

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