Visuals included in writing

Visuals of all types can be used to clarify information or a concept that is complicated to explain in words. Use photos, infographics, tables, charts and graphs where applicable.

To have an infographic redrawn in house style, please contact Corporate Brand & Communications

Take note of the following dos and don’ts when including visuals in your text.

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Leave white space around a visual element. We call this the ‘safe zone’.

Place text over a visual element as this detracts from the readability

Use icons and visual elements with right-angled corners. This emphasises our brand image.

Use icons or visual elements with rounded edges, shadows etc. This would detract from our brand image

Always add a caption or title.

  • If appropriate for your text include numbering.

  • This makes it easy to refer to the visual in the text.

Always state the source and credit the copyright holder.