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Typography Baseline Grid Preview

Visualize line boxes and baseline rhythm using supplied font metrics.

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Displays CSS line-box rhythm. It does not know an exact glyph baseline without the original font metrics; font substitution and shaping affect the result.

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Using Typography Baseline Grid Preview

Visualize line boxes and baseline rhythm using supplied font metrics.

  1. Use Try example to explore typography baseline grid preview, or enter your own sample text.
  2. Set font size (px), line height (px), grid spacing (px). Read the field notes for supported values.
  3. Choose Review input and inspect the result, including any review flags or unsupported cases.
  4. Use the relevant download buttons to keep your result. CSV and report JSON preserve the available findings; original files are not changed.

Example

Sample text: A consistent rhythm helps long passages feel calm.
Try different line heights and see where line boxes meet the grid.
Font size (px): 20
Line height (px): 32
Grid spacing (px): 8
Text width (px): 540
Font: serif

Questions & answers

What does Typography Baseline Grid Preview do?

Visualize line boxes and baseline rhythm using supplied font metrics.

What input does this tool support?

Sample text. Font size (px). Line height (px). Grid spacing (px). Text width (px). Font

What should I check before using the result?

Displays CSS line-box rhythm. It does not know an exact glyph baseline without the original font metrics; font substitution and shaping affect the result.

Can I keep or share the result?

Yes. Use the result-specific downloads, CSV where available and report JSON. Downloads can contain your supplied information, so review the content before sharing. Processing runs in this browser; public pages also include the site’s approved advertising and optional analytics.

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