Direct Answer
Create a legibility card with text sizes, stroke weights, and viewing-distance checks before accepting small-logo paid work.
Real Buyer Problem
Community posts on nameplates and small signage show narrow font choices and tiny strokes failing readability at normal viewing distance.
P2 Setup Checklist
- Build one legibility card per material family.
- Test at realistic viewing distance for the product.
- Reject narrow fonts that collapse in output.
- Set minimum approved text height for each SKU.
- Archive card photos with order template files.
Job-Fit Table
| Buyer situation | Fit | Practical note |
|---|---|---|
| Desk tag products | Close-range legibility check | Fine details still need minimum stroke width. |
| Gift cards and key tags | Phone-photo validation | Customer photos reveal weak marks quickly. |
| Mixed font requests | Minimum font rule | Brand style should not break readability. |
| Rush personalization | No skip on test card | Fast jobs still need legibility gate. |
Legibility Is a Product Requirement
Readable output is a quality requirement, not just a style preference. Validate before money changes hands.
Distance-Proof Habit
Check marks at expected use distance, not only at bench distance. This catches weak stroke choices early.
Guardrail
Do not promise universally readable micro-text across all materials. Keep approvals material-specific.
What to Validate Before the Next Order
Combine this with coated-card contrast testing to reduce customer complaints about unreadable branding details.
Related P2 and Upgrade Reads
- Use this companion read: live product details.
- Related workflow to compare: P2 Coated Card Rub Test Packaging Failure Checklist.
- If this is your next bottleneck, check: P2 Acrylic Keychain Haze And Burn Mark Fix Guide.
- For a connected setup decision, review: P2 Leatherette Lot Qualification Scorecard Before Paid Runs.
- Use this companion read: P2 First Custom Order Proof And Remake Buffer Guide.
- Related workflow to compare: A1 Mini First 10 Paid Orders Quality Log Template.
- If this is your next bottleneck, check: A1 Mini Beginner Pricing With Remake Buffer Checklist.
Check Current Product Details
Before promising capability to buyers, confirm current TYVOK P2 head options and workflow details on the live page: https://eu.tyvok.com/products/tyvok-p2-galvo-laser-engraver.
FAQ
How many text sizes should be on the card?
Use enough sizes to define a clear minimum safe range for each product type.
Can I rely on screen preview only?
No. Physical output at real distance is the only reliable check.
What if customer wants smaller text than approved?
Explain readability risk and require written approval or suggest an alternative layout.
How often should legibility cards be refreshed?
Refresh when material, coating, or setup process changes.
