What is kerning in SAP BC-I18 - Internationalization (I18N)?

SAP Term: kerning

• Component: BC-I18

• Component Name: Internationalization (I18N)

• Description: 1. Changing the space between certain pairs of letters to improve the appearance of the text. 2. Process of mapping from pairs of glyphs to a positioning offset used to change the space between letters.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Kerning is a feature of SAP's BC-I18 Internationalization (I18N) component that allows for the adjustment of the spacing between characters in a text. It is used to improve the readability and aesthetics of text by making it more visually appealing. Kerning can be used to adjust the spacing between individual characters, or between groups of characters.
  
  How to use it: 
  Kerning can be used in SAP's BC-I18 Internationalization (I18N) component by adjusting the spacing between characters in a text. This can be done by selecting the text and then using the kerning tool to adjust the spacing between individual characters or groups of characters. The kerning tool can also be used to adjust the overall spacing of a text block.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using kerning, it is important to keep in mind that too much or too little kerning can make a text difficult to read. It is best to use kerning sparingly and only when necessary. Additionally, it is important to consider the font size and type when adjusting kerning as different fonts may require different amounts of kerning.
  
  Related Information: 
  Kerning is just one of many features available in SAP's BC-I18 Internationalization (I18N) component. Other features include font selection, language selection, and character encoding. Additionally, there are many other tools available for adjusting text such as line spacing, letter spacing, and word spacing.