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While you ultimately decide what your poster will look like, there are general guidelines to follow. For one, size matters. Some forums have strict size requirements, and it’s best to check with forum administrators for the specifics. A common size is 36” tall by 56” wide. The easels at OSU's Denman Undergraduate Research Forum call for a maximum poster size of 48" x 48".
Place all of your information from step on on the poster in a logical order, making it easy for someone to follow. Color is great, but readability is fundamental. Don’t go overboard with text – it tends to turn viewers off!
Using photos and graphics can help you to make key points about your work and therefore minimize the amount of text you need. Graphs and photos also encourage questions.
Keep main text fonts at 24 points, minimum. Experiment with text size. Stick with one or two styles of font, otherwise a poster can look messy and confusing.
Color adds spice and visual interest to your poster. To keep the focus on your research, choose a pattern with few colors.
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