Poster size: A0
- 118,9 x 84,1 cm
- 46,8 inches x 33.1 inches
- Portrait format
Suggested font sizes
- Headings: Minimum 72 point, maximum 158 point
- Section titles: Minimum 46, maximum 56
- Text: Minimum 24, maximum 36
- Strive for consistency across headings and sections.
Font type
- Use common and legible fonts (e.g. Arial, Verdana, Helvetica, Times or Calibri)
- Avoid capital letters, italics and underlined text
Spacing and size
- Use sufficient space. Do not overcrowd the poster
- Line-spacing should be set to between 1.2 and 2.0 to allow the reader greater ease to move from line to line
- If possible, increase the space between the characters (e.g. to 125%)
- A typical text block is associated with a particular heading and could hold about 100 words
Images, colours and graphics
- Use caption for images
- Do not write text on a patterned background, on top of photos, illustrations or graphics
- Ensure sufficient resolution when printed (minimum 300dpi)
Design
- Ensure sufficient contrast between text and background. For posters many people prefer dark background and white letters
- Use matt paper for your posters. Glazed paper will reflect the light and reduce the readability.
- We encourage you to create a digital version of your poster that can be easily accessed, e.g. via a QR code. This will allow participants with different needs and preferences to view your work more conveniently.