What is Lorem Ipsum?
Lorem Ipsum is placeholder text used in the design and typesetting industry since the 1500s. It originated from a passage in Cicero's "De Finibus Bonorum et Malorum" (45 BC). The standard chunk has been used since the 16th century, and its use has continued into the digital age for web design, graphic design, and print layouts.
Why Use Placeholder Text?
Using meaningful content during the design phase can distract from the visual layout. Lorem Ipsum provides a natural distribution of letters and word lengths that closely mimics real text, allowing designers and clients to focus on typography, spacing, and overall composition without being distracted by readable content.