Displays
Why a Smaller Screen Can Make Long Lines Easier to Follow
See how line length and column shape affect reading flow, then compare layouts to choose a screen that keeps text easy…
The archive
All stories
Explore Select Screen Stories by subject: displays, formats, choosing, viewing and screen history. Each piece offers a focused way to think about the screens we encounter.
Formats
E-Reader or Tablet for a Shelf of Illustrated Books?
Compare an e-reader or tablet for illustrated books by colour, page layout, portability and the titles you open most…
Screen History
From Slide Projector to Shared Digital Display
See how the move from slide projectors to shared digital displays changed control of image order and pace, and choose…
Choosing
The Screen-Size Myth: Bigger Does Not Always Mean Easier
Screen size depends on viewing distance, content and task. Compare candidate displays in their intended places to…
Viewing
A Family Photo Evening That Gives Everyone a Turn
Plan a family photo evening with a varied selection, a suitable screen and simple turn-taking, so everyone can see the…
Our point of view
A screen is a choice, not just a surface
The right screen depends on what you want to do with it. We look past labels to the decisions that shape a useful, comfortable fit.