KerningWert

KerningWert is a term that appears in discussions related to typography and font design. It refers to the perceived adjustment of space between specific pairs of characters to achieve a more visually pleasing and harmonious appearance. Unlike kerning, which is a general term for adjusting space between letters, KerningWert specifically denotes a value or measurement associated with such adjustments. This value could represent a fixed amount of space, a proportional adjustment, or a more complex algorithmically determined setting designed to correct awkward spacing in certain letter combinations.

The concept of KerningWert arises from the fact that standard spacing, known as tracking, is often insufficient to address the unique shapes of different letterforms. For instance, the space between a capital 'A' and a lowercase 'v' might appear too large due to their angled descenders and ascenders. A specific KerningWert would be applied to reduce this space. In digital typography, these values are often embedded within font files as kerning pairs, allowing software to automatically implement these adjustments. Designers and typographers use their expertise to determine appropriate KerningWert to enhance readability and aesthetic appeal in text. The precise nature and implementation of KerningWert can vary across different font families and design software.