Letter height calculator
How far away will people read your sign? Enter the distance and, if you have one, the height of your sign band. The result uses the common sign-industry rule of thumb; bold fonts and strong contrast read farther.
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Rule of thumb: about 1 in of letter height per 10 ft reads easily; about 1 in per 30 ft is near the limit. Check your city sign code for size limits. Letter size chart →
Suggested letter height10 in
- Easy to read and noticed
- 10 in
- Smallest still readable
- 3.5 in
- Largest that fits your band
Your band is small for this distance: consider one line, a bolder font, or a logo with fewer words.