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Whenever possible, use standard type face. Do not italicize words, put them in bold, simulate handwriting, or submit a children's piece in child-like font.
Make your submissions as easy to read as possible. If something is to be in a different font, underline it rather than putting it into that font in the manuscript. Never put full words in capital letters, unless the publication recommends it.