sättning

Sättning is a Swedish term that translates to "setting" or "placement" in English. It is most commonly used in the context of typography, referring to the arrangement and design of text on a page. This includes aspects like font choice, font size, line spacing (leading), letter spacing (kerning and tracking), and paragraph indentation. Good sätting aims to create a visually appealing and readable layout, ensuring that the text flows smoothly and is easy for the reader to process.

Beyond typography, sätting can also refer to the general arrangement of elements within a design, such as in graphic design or web design. It encompasses how different visual components are positioned relative to each other to create a coherent and effective composition. In a broader sense, sätting can even describe the context or environment in which something is placed or occurs, such as the "sättning" of a story within a particular historical period or geographical location. The core idea remains the organized and deliberate placement of elements.