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An incorrect space - or the lack of an appropriate one - between words and letters can make or break even the most eloquent of texts. Sometimes it happens because of human error. Other times it's down to the "kerning" settings on your computer. Kerning is the process of spacing, and some computer typefaces do this automatically while others don't do it at all.
Spaces might technically be invisible, but their power is no less great because of this. And there's no better way to demonstrate their power than with this hilarious list of spacing fails. Compiled by Bored Panda, the pictures below will hopefully remind you of how damaging - and how funny - incorrect spacing can be. Don't forget to vote for the best!
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#1
Something Might Be Off About The Kerning
Ellie Brown 9 years ago
OMG ON MY HISTORY ESSAY I WROTE CLICK AND IT PRINTED AS D**K. I was severely embarrased.
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#2
It Was My Cousin Clint's Birthday, And His Mother-in-law Reminds Us All About The Importance Of Kerning.
RJazz909 9 years ago
Poor kid. Makes you wonder if he's old enough to know what that means. XD
#3
I'm Sorry, What's Broken?
I use this account to say what I really think 9 years ago
The word is 'women', you illiterate peasants.
over opinionated 9 years ago
I wonder if a husband ever used that line to get out of sex...? Never mind when don't guys want sex?
#4
My Math Teacher Also Taught Us The Importance Of Kerning
Kjorn 9 years ago
asking my kids: what did you do at school today: kids: tomorrow we will do a**l in class
#5
Another Reminder That Yes, Fonts And Kerning Matter
Monkey D. Luffy 9 years ago
GTA always has the best humor. Even the radio is way more entertaining than real life.
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#6
Maybe They Should Pick A Different Font Next Time
Amanda Panda 9 years ago
9 ladies dancing, 8 maids a milking, 7 swans a swimming, 6 geese a laying ... fiiiiiiive golden rings....
Daniella Krihely 9 years ago
With the Holidays coming up, we definetly need some Fuckering Lights.
#7
Think That's What You Call A Typography Fail
Sabina Rosengren 9 years ago
And the pictures on the right seems to be different reactions to that very statement! ..? :D think thats the funniest part :D
#8
What Style Of Massage Is This?
Georgina Dunn 9 years ago
You clearly have an imagination that needs to be harnessed
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Dorukhan Afacan 9 years ago
i both an analyst and a therapist. the world's first analrapist. - Tobias Fünke
I use this account to say what I really think 9 years ago
News flash- many of these are fake, as has been proven with a quick reverse image search. Don't believe everything you see.
Flora Polvado 9 years ago
So... Does that mean we're not allowed to have fun with it anyway? Bet you're a blast at parties.
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over opinionated 9 years ago
“Hello you have reached the rapist enterprises. how can we help you?"
#9
Spacing Is Important
Savannah Tuttle 9 years ago
"so what do you think of the sign?" "..." "it's great ain't it?" "..why does it say 'kid sex change'?" "what no it doesn- Oh my god"
#10
Erm? No Thanks...
I use this account to say what I really think 9 years ago
Another fake- look at the gap between the c and k.
#11
A Traditional Barber Shop
#12
Badly Misspelled Name
over opinionated 9 years ago
Poor Clint first his birthday cake now his Starbucks. Warning never name your kid Clint. Apparently it's impossible to print properly.
I use this account to say what I really think 9 years ago
No, I imagine they got his name just right.
#13
Space Bar, You Had One Job
Aprille Johnston-Park 9 years ago
I suddenly find myself wondering what one can purchase at The Wig and Penis
#14
Sign Above The Megaflicks Store
Roselientje 9 years ago
I read megaflicks the first time without reading the sentence above the picture
Nicole Rosandich 9 years ago
how had is it to get a job here? What would look good for a resume? Who do you list as a reference?
Amber Rabbitt 9 years ago
Good ol' New Port Richey FL.. we used to laugh at this place all the time when we drove by.
over opinionated 9 years ago
Oh I actually didn't see a problem. Li in flick looks like a u... barely.
#15
Bull Titan Us
Sarah Silverstone 9 years ago
I googled it. It's actually the correct name of a store in China.
Veronica Loraine 9 years ago
Haha! They just don't see the problem. It's like the store in Japan called Titties (they don't sell lingerie, I checked)
#16
Yet Another Kerning/gutter Fail
#17
Worst Tart Ever
#18
Real Smooth Gigabyte...
Aprille Johnston-Park 9 years ago
'Ya put your right d**k in, you pull your wheel d**k out...'
#19
Ellie Goulding's Latest Song
over opinionated 9 years ago
If she's a bum then what city is she from our bums have more dirt embedded in there flesh then on the ground.
#20
Bad Kerning, Good 'shrooms
Lyncee Leong 9 years ago
The real Japanese mushroom name is Shitake mushroom it's a JAPANESE name!!!
#21
Hey Walmart... Kerning Is Important
over opinionated 9 years ago
Ok we have seen plenty of click d**k ones. We get the similarity.
#22
The Worst Kind Of Clearance
#23
My Aunt In The Philippines Made A Nice Birthday Cake For My Relative Curt
Godspeed 9 years ago
In other news, 8 year old gets owned by aunt...which also rhymes with....
Golden Rayquaza 9 years ago
i dont care what it says... that looks like a portal cake... and im offended that they ruined it with text!! DX (im not being serious)
#24
I Don't Think I Would Trust This Colza Oil
#25
Breakfast Butz. Start Your Day Off With A Kick In The Ass (by An Eagle)
over opinionated 9 years ago
Kids would probably be more likely to eat breakfast butts they'd find that hilarious. Just ask a 5 year old to say butt they can't without giggling. I love kids lol
#26
Lego Click Brick
Wayne Gifford 9 years ago
What is the answer to the question "What is more painful than a kidney stone?"
#27
This Is Why Kerning Is Important
#28
Fast Food
over opinionated 9 years ago
The first honest fast food name. That junks repulsive. Had a 1/4 pounder in my fridge the receipt from over a month ago it looked new everything including the veggies were still intact.
#29
Vos Anus
MonicBlue C 9 years ago
That's not about winning it, but drinking it with smbdy. :))
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The Letter Spacing On The Sony Website Should Probably Be Revised
When it comes to designing text, ensuring the correct spacing between letters is crucial. The impact of poor spacing is hilariously illustrated in real-life examples of kerning mishaps, often highlighted as a pivotal mistake that alters the intended message.
To delve deeper into the significance of character spacing, you might want to explore some amusing examples of character spacing errors.
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