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Signage Letter Height Calculator

Letter height from viewing distance and speed.

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Min letter height (in)

2

Min letter height (cm)5.08
Stroke width (in)0.33
Max read distance (ft)100
Reading time (sec)999
Max words on sign20
How to Use This Calculator
  1. Enter Viewing distance (ft), Viewer speed (mph), and Contrast level (1–3).
  2. Set Illuminated (0/1) and Font style (1–2).
  3. Review the Min letter height (in) result.
  4. Use Min letter height (cm) and Stroke width (in) to inform your decision.
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