: Times New Roman (12-point) remains the most widely accepted "gold standard" due to its legibility in dense text. Other professional options include Arial , Calibri , and Georgia . Serif vs. Sans Serif :
: Always use black text, 1-inch margins, and standard 1.5 or double spacing. Avoid "gimmicky" or novelty fonts like Comic Sans. How to Create Your Own Custom Font
(e.g., Arial, Helvetica) are often preferred for digital screens and accessible reading for those with dyslexia.