Double spacing letters = unprofessional?

iamme

Lifer
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when writing letters in a business setting, is double spacing (or 1.5 spacing) considered unprofessional? i just find it easier to read blocks of text when there is a little spacing. :confused:
 

Saint Nick

Lifer
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I was always taught to use single spacing.

Body
For block and modified block formats, single space and left justify each paragraph within the body of the letter. Leave a blank line between each paragraph. When writing a business letter, be careful to remember that conciseness is very important. In the first paragraph, consider a friendly opening and then a statement of the main point. The next paragraph should begin justifying the importance of the main point. In the next few paragraphs, continue justification with background information and supporting details. The closing paragraph should restate the purpose of the letter and, in some cases, request some type of action.

Taken from OWL at Purdue University
 

skrilla

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Originally posted by: UglyCasanova
I would say yes. It looks horrible. 12pt type also looks horrible.

Agreed. Make it 14pt at least, 16pt if possible. :)
 

iamme

Lifer
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Originally posted by: skrilla
Originally posted by: UglyCasanova
I would say yes. It looks horrible. 12pt type also looks horrible.

Agreed. Make it 14pt at least, 16pt if possible. :)

i do have some alphabet refridgerator magnets :)

thanks for the help, guys.
 

spidey07

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very unprofessional.

Follow standard business letter format.

oh - and 12 point times roman. Nothing bigger.