>Well, software that "assesses" ones grammar and readability may be useful,
>but here's what _I_ need  -- BIG LETTERS and BRIGHTLY LIT tags/signage.
>
>I have found many displays identified with text too small to read
>comfortably, too low for a person 6'5", and too darkly lit to see well,
>especially when the display/diorama is well-lit and forces your eyes into
>a dance of accommodation between the display and the signage.
>
>Older folk (the patrons with disposable income? .....) need to see those
>signs. If they can, only then can they get concerned about what the signs
>say  ;>)
>Peter
 
>Peter,
Can you sent me any information you have on graphics for older people? I am
doing the interpretive design for a new visitor center which should have a
substantial elder visitation. (That must include me! I get a senior
discount at Safeway on Mondays)
Thanks,
        Robert
 
 
 
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