Different creative applications demand different structural weights, terminal shapes, and line treatments. The table below outlines how technical parameters change across major lettering disciplines:
| Lettering Style | Terminal Construction | Recommended Line Weight | Optimal Media Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classic Pop Bubble | Fully rounded bulbous tips | 0.8 mm, 1.2 mm uniform line | Bullet journals, coloring pages |
| Graffiti Throw-Up | Overlapping lobes, creased joints | 2.0 mm, 4.0 mm chisel edge | Street murals, canvas artwork |
| Y2K Chrome Inflatable | Tightly pinched tubular ends | 0.3 mm, 0.5 mm ultra-fine pen | Digital vectors, apparel graphics |
| Retro Comic Block | Semi-blunt circular pads | 1.0 mm brush marker contour | Graphic novels, sticker packs |
