CSS letter-spacing

The CSS letter-spacing property is used to control the spacing between characters (letters) in a block of text. It allows you to increase or decrease the space between characters, which can be useful for adjusting the overall appearance and readability of text.

The syntax for the letter-spacing property is as follows:

selector {
  letter-spacing: value;
}

• selector: Represents the HTML element or class to which the letter-spacing property will be applied.
• value: Specifies the amount of spacing to add or reduce between characters. It can be expressed in pixels (px), em units, percentages (%), or other length units.

Positive values increase the space between characters, while negative values decrease it. A value of 0 means no additional spacing is added, and characters appear with their default spacing.

Example:

p {
  letter-spacing: 2px;
}

In this example, all paragraphs (<p> elements) will have a letter-spacing of 2px, creating extra space between each character.

It’s important to use letter-spacing judiciously to maintain the readability and aesthetics of your text. Excessive letter-spacing may make the text harder to read, while subtle adjustments can enhance the text’s appearance and spacing.

The letter-spacing property is often used in conjunction with other typography-related properties, such as font-size, line-height, and word-spacing, to achieve the desired text layout and formatting.

Remember to consider the design requirements and target audience when applying letter-spacing to ensure a visually appealing and readable presentation of your text content.