A collection of things that are not Arabic
18 hours ago
- #Arabic script
- #cultural awareness
- #digital design
- The text discusses 'Nope, Not Arabic,' an archive documenting incorrect or butchered Arabic script in various media and public spaces, highlighting poor software support.
- The archive's creator, Ramsey Nasser, notes that Arabic is often mishandled in design software, leading to errors, and encourages reporting such instances.
- Examples include misused Arabic in banners, video games, government communications, advertising, and entertainment, with submissions from around the world and over several years.
- The creator advocates for contacting responsible parties to correct these errors, emphasizing that they can offend Arabic speakers and perpetuate cultural ignorance.
- The archive has moved from Tumblr to a git repository for better control, reflecting the ongoing issue of digital tools prioritizing Latin scripts over others.