Raphael • 2/7/2022

Don't use vw for font sizes

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This technical article advises against using viewport units (vw/vh) for CSS font sizing, highlighting critical accessibility problems like breaking page zoom and inconsistent rendering across different screen aspect ratios. It provides practical solutions, including testing on various screens, using relative units (em, rem), and implementing the CSS clamp() function for fluid, responsive typography that remains accessible.

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