Font size

[ishfaque.b]

What font size should I use for A4 brochure?

1. font size for header

2. sub header

3. body

4. captions

Thanks

[jane-e]

Typical body copy is 9-12 points, but can be bigger for a brochure. Typically headings will be 4 points larger with each head. Your captions might be 2 points smaller.

This varies! But start here and see what looks good—also what fits.

[ishfaque.b]

what have you used in the past?

[rob day]

This illustrates Barbs point, three fonts set at 12pt:

[Barb Binder · Accepted solution]

This might be a good read for you—it's on selecting the best typeface.

https://designschool.canva.com/font-design/

The size depends on the typeface, but there are multiple variables involved. If you want to keep it simple, an easy starting point it to remember that for optimal readability, aim for 40–60 characters per line for your body text. From there you can increase the size/weight of the heads. There are no perfect answers here—setting type is an art and takes practice. A lot of us collect publications that we like, and then use them for inspiration when it is time to design our own publications. There are also some excellent books out there:

Stop Stealing Sheep & Find Out How Type Works (2nd Edition): Erik Spiekermann, E.M Ginger: 978020170...

The Non-Designer's Type Book: Robin Williams: 9780201353679: Amazon.com: Books

Nigel French has both a good book (https://www.amazon.com/InDesign-Type-Professional-Typography-Adobe/dp/0321966953/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&... ) and online courses you can watch on Lynda.com

InDesign Typography Part 1

InDesign Typography Part 2 

Here is a link for 10 free days on Lynda.com: Online Video Tutorials at lynda.com • lynda.com

This is a good time to consider whether you want a quick answer or if you ready to invest some time understanding what's really involved in setting type.

[ishfaque.b]

Thanks all!

[Barb Binder]

Always happy to help.