What is the best definition of typography?

• A. The art and design of arranging type when choosing a font, font style, and color.
• B. The process of editing color in an image.
• C. The layout of images on a canvas.
• D. The selection of paper stock.

Answer: (A)

Typography is the art and design of arranging type, including choosing the font, its style, size, spacing, and color, to create text that is readable and visually integrated with the overall design. This combination of font choice, styling, and color shapes how the message is perceived and how the layout feels, guiding tone and emphasis. The other activities describe color editing, image layout, or material choices, which are separate aspects of design or production, not typography. In Photoshop, applying typography means selecting appropriate fonts, adjusting size and spacing, and styling text so it harmonizes with the design and communicates the intended message.