What is Lorem Ipsum

Lorem ipsum is the most widely used placeholder text in graphic design, publishing, and web design.

A graphic designer looking at a layout with lorem ipsum text.

It prevents the reader from being distracted by the actual content while focusing on the layout.

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The exact origin is unclear, but it's believed to be derived from a passage in Cicero's "De Finibus Bonorum et Malorum" written in 45 BC.

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Lorem ipsum has been in use for centuries, dating back to at least the 1500s.

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Lorem ipsum variations often include humor or inside jokes within the design community.

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There are now lorem ipsum generators that create customized placeholder text.

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In the age of content management systems, will lorem ipsum become obsolete?

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Lorem Ipsum: A Tribute to Tradition It's a testament to the enduring power of a simple yet effective tool.

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Appreciate its long history and its role in the design process.

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Thanks for reading!

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