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Screen-Size & Viewing-Distance Calculator
The most common signage mistake is a screen specified from a desk instead of from where viewers stand. Set the honest distance, say what the screen will show, and get the minimum size that actually reads.
Where will most viewers actually stand? Judge the furthest common position, not the closest.
Your recommendation will appear here
Set the distance, pick the content and choose Size the screen.
Sources
- Sign legibility convention: about 1 inch (25 mm) of letter height per 10 feet (3 m) of viewing distance Standard signage industry guidelineA conservative rule for high-contrast text; stylised type needs more.
Last reviewed: 2026-07-16