Single row symmetric grid
Single-column symmetrical grid is to arrange text columns in the layout, and the text does not need special treatment, only line breaks and paragraphs are needed. The disadvantage is that reading in this format will cause visual fatigue. Generally speaking, it is best not to exceed 60 words in a line. Scope of use: pure text books, which can be properly equipped with icons at the bottom of the page to alleviate the boring feeling of the picture.
Double columns are more common.
Double columns are more common, avoiding boredom and reading more smoothly. The disadvantage is that they are dull and lack of change and innovation. Scope of application: the text and layout of the inner pages of literary books and periodicals can also be re-divided by putting words on the left and pictures on the right to enhance the variability of the layout.
Balanced double-column symmetric grid
Balanced double-column symmetrical grid: it can be narrow on the left and wide on the right, and it can also be narrow on the right and wide on the left, making the operation more flexible. The disadvantage is that the narrow column can generally hold some notes or related explanatory texts, and the width of the double column can be adjusted according to the contents of the annotation book.
Multi-column symmetric grid
Multi-column symmetric grid can freely arrange the number of columns according to the font size of text, but the number of columns on the left and right sides must be equal. The disadvantage of multi-column symmetrical grid is that it is not suitable for text layout. Scope of application: glossary, contact information, catalogue, data, etc. And the number of columns can be increased or decreased according to the actual content.