Design Term

What is Outline/Stroke?

A border around text or elements for visibility.

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Quick definition

A border around text or elements for visibility.

Definition

An outline or stroke is a border that surrounds text or other elements. Text outlines are commonly used in thumbnails to ensure readability regardless of background complexity. A dark outline on light text (or vice versa) makes words pop against any background.

Examples

1Black outline on white text
2White stroke on dark text
3Colored glow outline for style

Related Terms

Text Overlay

Text added on top of a thumbnail image to convey information.

Readability

How easily text can be read, especially at small sizes.

Contrast

The difference in luminance or color between elements in a thumbnail.

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