A set of evenly spaced horizontal lines that text sits on, so lines of type line up across columns and pages.
Synonyms
- baseline rhythm
Related terms
In plain words
- the invisible lines text sits on
- the ruled lines that keep type aligned across columns
Usage example
Snapping every paragraph to the baseline grid kept the two columns perfectly in step.
Don't confuse with…
- modular gridA baseline grid controls only the horizontal lines type rests on; a modular grid also defines columns and cells for whole blocks of content.
Categories
- Layout & composition