material-design-3-typography
Material Design 3 Typography
Overview
This skill guides the implementation of Material Design 3 (M3) typography — from the baseline Material You type scale through to M3 Expressive's 30-style expanded type system — to create clear, readable, and emotionally engaging text hierarchies.
Keywords: Material Design 3, M3, typography, type scale, variable fonts, text hierarchy, readability, font weights, line height, letter spacing, emphasized type, medium contrast, Material You
Core Principles
Typography Philosophy
M3 typography focuses on:
- Variable Fonts: Support dynamic weight and width adjustments for expressive text
- Clear Hierarchy: Distinct type scales that guide users through content
- Readability: Optimized for legibility across devices and contexts
- Flexibility: Adaptable to different content needs and screen sizes
- Expression: Typography that conveys personality and emotion
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