Clear space refers to a specific amount of are a logo is defined to have on all sides (in a brand standards manual or house style guide), no matter where the logo is applied. The reason for clear space is to ensure the logo maximizes visibility and impact. There is no set rule for defining a logo’s clear space, but it is not a convoluted process.
When looking at the designed logo, an element that is a standard, or base size, in the design is often picked as the guide. For instance, this could be the height or width of a particular letter in the logotype or a particular design element, or even a portion of one of these components. The selected base element is called the indicator. The dimensions of the indicator will be the basis for the clear space area. To determine the area of clear space, measure exactly one indicator unit from the farthest vertical and horizontal points of the logo. This is the area surrounding the logo that must remain clear, or empty. This dictates how close to the edge of a design the logo can be placed, or how close other design elements or information can be to the logo, while ensuring the design still appears balanced and the logo, itself, remains its impactful.
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