Type area, also known as the ‘text area’ or ‘printable area’, refers to the portion of a page layout in graphic design or desktop publishing software that is designated for the main body of content such as text or images. The type area is typically positioned within the larger context of a page layout that includes elements such as headers, footers and images. The type area is a particularly important consideration when designing print materials, as it ensures that the text is not only well-structured, but most importantly legible. An example of this would be a thick magazine or book where sufficient

space is needed between the text and where the paper is bound. This ensures that the text does not sit too close to (or in) the fold.