The brief moment when a web page shows text in a fallback font before the intended web font finishes loading and swaps in, causing a visible change in the type.
Synonyms
- fout
Related terms
In plain words
- when text briefly shows in the wrong font, then jumps to the right one
Usage example
Preloading the brand font reduced the flash of unstyled text on the first visit.
Don't confuse with…
- flash of invisible textIn a flash of unstyled text the words are visible in a fallback font; in a flash of invisible text the words are hidden entirely until the font loads.
Categories
- Typography