# Font size and line spacing

Zulip offers a choice between a font size and line spacing option that is
comfortable for most users, and a compact mode for users who prefer to see more
content at once.

## Enable or disable compact mode

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1. Under **General**, toggle **Compact mode**.

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## Zoom in or out

To further customize font size in Zulip, you can adjust it by zooming in or out
in your browser, or in the Zulip desktop app.

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1. Use <kbd>Ctrl</kbd> + <kbd>+</kbd> to zoom in, <kbd>Ctrl</kbd> + <kbd>-</kbd>
    to zoom out, or <kbd>Ctrl</kbd> + <kbd>0</kbd> to reset to default zoom.

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    In the Zulip desktop app and most browsers, you can also open the **View**
    menu in the top menu bar, and click **Zoom In**, **Zoom Out**, or **Actual
    Size**.

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## Related articles

* [Getting started with Zulip](/help/getting-started-with-zulip)
* [Review your settings](/help/review-your-settings)
* [Configure default new user settings](/help/configure-default-new-user-settings)
* [Dark theme](/help/dark-theme)