The Slant

The "slant" in writing refers to the angle at which the letters are drawn on the page. When writing, some people tilt their letters slightly to the right or left, which is called slanting. A right slant means the letters lean toward the right, often giving a more energetic or personal feel. A left slant leans toward the left, which can seem more formal or reserved. The slant affects the overall appearance of handwriting and can reflect the writer’s personality or mood. In analysis, slant helps identify individual writing styles or detect authenticity.