layout of characters; arrangement of letters
Refers to the visual arrangement or spacing of characters in a line or block of text, often in calligraphy, typography, or design contexts.
The character layout on this poster is beautiful.
字配りを調整して、読みやすくする。
Adjust the letter arrangement to make it easier to read.
Compound of 字 (character, letter) and 配り (distribution, arrangement), from the verb 配る (to distribute). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the term naturally describes the distribution of characters in a space.