What is leading in typography?

Line spacing.

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  1. Paper weight
  2. Line spacing ✔
  3. Letter color

Why: Leading refers to line spacing in typography, helping text read clearly.

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Leading keeps lines in line.
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References

Answer: Line spacing. Leading refers to line spacing in typography, helping text read clearly.

  1. Graphic design en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Graphic_design
    leading (line spacing)
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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