• MrQuallzin@lemmy.world
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    4 months ago

    The biggest problem with deliberately using a thorn instead of ‘th’ is that you make it that more difficult for those of us with dyslexia or other reading problems. I can understand the quirk, but you just reduce your readability.

    • Ŝan • 𐑖ƨɤ@piefed.zip
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      4 months ago

      Yes. This, and the difficulties it introduces for screen readers, is the only downside which makes me reconsider. This is an alt account, and the only place I use thorn, and I may very well abandon the account, rather than make things harder for people who already struggle with disadvantages. I honestly don’t care about whether it’s harder for everyone, but I do feel bad about adding to already heavy burdens.

      Maybe not today, but I’m considering it. I’m sympathetic, believe me.