Analytical Factors
The analytical factors based on which an analysis of graphology is conducted are as follows:
| • | Size |
| • | Style |
| • | Spacing |
| • | Formation |
| • | Slanting angle |
Apart from these factors, few other associated factors are taken under consideration such as age, academic background, family culture, mother tongue, and so on. Quite obviously, a young individual's handwriting will be much different from an elderly one's. However, graphological interpretation does not differentiate among male and female.
Evaluation Based on Size
The size of the letters speaks many things in the perspective of graphological understanding. Here we will evaluate few basic interpretations that can be derived from the size of the letters.
| A) | Very small size: Very small size writing specifies the inherent artistic quality of the writer. Individuals with very small size handwriting consider going far beyond the details of the tasks they are accomplishing. They are blessed with a specializing ability. They have specific aim in their lives and do not prefer to waste the positive energies into any unproductive tasks. |
| B) | Small size: Small size writing is an indicative of an intellectual or scholarly mind of individual who has an in-depth understanding of observation. These individuals have a strong focus of mind and very meticulous in nature. In addition, they are very methodical and usually they touch the peak of success in their lives. |
| C) | Average size: Even average size writing reflects a methodical and balanced mind with healthy characteristics. These types of individuals are ideal for doing business instead of service. They have an intrinsic ability to grasp things faster, even not having a strong educational standard sometimes. |
| D) | Large size: The large size writing symbolizes a dynamic and restless mind. Individuals having large size writing are usually big hearted, self dependent and a great influencer. They are very talkative and social. However, they need to concentrate their energy more on themselves in order to get success in life. |
| E) | Very large size: Individuals having very large size writing are not very comfortable in taking other's criticism. They always feel a sense of importance for themselves. If they channel their positive energy in self-development, they turn out to be very successful in life. |
| F) | Constant size: When there are no discrepancies between the fonts of the writing, it implies the individual is having a methodical mind. |
| G) | Decrease in size: This type of writing is an indicative of cunning mind. |
| H) | Increase in size: This type of writing is an indicative of frankness. |
Evaluation Based on Level
| A) | Straight: When the writing lines are positioned straight, it implies that the individual is blessed with a will power and self determination. However, if the writing lines are utterly straight, it may imply the rigidity in the individual concerned. When the lines are straight, but placed in little irregular fashion, it implies that the individual is either having skills in a wide variety of areas or able to develop skills in a couple of more areas. |
| B) | Downward slant: If the lines are downward slant, it implies depressing perspective. These individuals are characteristically pessimistic. Their mood shifts in two opposite ends without any apparent reasons. They lose their motivation very easily. When the writing is significantly downwardly slanting, it implies that the individuals have all the chances to be fooled by others. So they need to take additional precautions. However, they may attempt to take the advantage of other's sympathy by displaying this characteristic. When an individual is having extremely downwardly slanting hand writing and he is suffering from chronic health problem, it is not a good sign in any way. When the slanting is too steeper, it is an indicative of exaggeration of all of these qualities. |
| C) | Upward slant: If the writing lines are upward slant, it means that the individual is very optimistic and ambitious. People having upward slant hand writing can be an over talkative, over confident and at times untrustworthy. When the slant tends to little upward, it is an indicative of goodness. However, the excessive steepness indicates an exaggeration of all of these qualities. |
| D) | Irregularities: If the lines are irregular such as going upward direction, but only up to the end point of the sentence, specifically closer proximity of the bottom portion of the page, it is an indicative of strong personality. People having this level of hand writing show a courageous personality even when they are put in an adverse situation. |
| E) | Falling pattern: When the writing level displays a prominent falling pattern at the end of the line and at the end of the page, it is an indicative of excessive irritability and anxiety. Additionally, it also implies that the individual is having a poor health and he or she is vulnerable to stress. |
| F) | Dipped pattern: When the writing level clearly displays a dipped pattern in the centre area and an increase afterwards, it is an indicative of half-hearted dedication to assigned task. Individuals having this level of writing pattern usually show their half-heartedness in the assigned work, however, without any specific apparent causes. But if they are encouraged to utilize their inherent positive energy, they can show their enthusiasm and accomplish their task nicely. |
| G) | Humped pattern: In this level of writing pattern, the written text are placed in such a manner that it rises in the central part like a hump and then diminishes at both the ends. This type of writing is an indicative of initial enthusiasm, however, not a long-lasting one. People having this type of hand writing usually show their full enthusiasm when they are assigned with any task, but they soon lack their enthusiasm and become disinterested and discouraged in the assigned work and leave the task in the middle. |
Importance of Spacing
| A) | Line Spacing: While considering hand writing analysis, this is a significant part taken under consideration. Line spacing is important in the sense that the analyst considers it as a part of providing an accurate judgment regarding an individual's unique personality traits. |
| B) | Close Spacing: If the spacing is very close and there is an insignificant gaping between two lines, it is an indicative of confused character along with diffused thoughts thronging the mind. |
| C) | Average Spacing: These individuals typically show Type B personality. They never show hurries. They are very frank and have a clear vision and mind in their regular interaction with people. They are balanced in nature and quite fair in dealing. |
| D) | Wide Spacing: This type of spacing is mostly prevalent among different well-known personalities. These individuals are typically systematic, disciplined, cautious and intelligent. In general, these individuals possess a very strong character. |
| E) | Connected Writing: Connected writing implies the style of writing where all the characters in a word are associated with each other. These individuals typically have a strong, courageous, clear and optimistic outlook. They are typically perfectionist and their working style is very precise. This type of writing style is an indicative of an absolute skeptic. |
| F) | Broken Writing: In this type of writing style, few characters in a given word are disconnected with each other. This writing style is a definitive indicator of strong judgment ability. This writing style reflects an inherent rhythm and symbolizes an excellent stream of thought combined with inspirational thinking. Quite apparently, this type of writing reflects a cluster of intelligence. |
| G) | Disconnected Writing: In disconnected style of writing, each and every character is separate from others. Typically these individuals are dreamer and are blessed with a strong power of imagination. They have a poetic and artistic mind. Nature and natural aesthetics drive them. This type of writing style resembles printed writing format. |
| H) | Cramped Writing: People having cramped writing typically characterize an extreme level of expressive mentality. These people are extremely cautious about financial dealings and always after making a good deal with others. They typically have a suspicious temperament. |
| I) | Spaced Writing: This type of hand writing is featured with a significant amount of space between two characters. This type of writing is a clear indicative of expressive as well as extravagant characteristics. They tend to act like an exhibitionist. They prefer to maintain a socially active life and are truly inclined of having a quality life. They are not at all systematic or disciplined in their lives and they typically expend thrift. They need to put a great effort in remembering things. They need to much more careful about financial dealings. |
Significance of Letter Formation
| A) | Rounded Formation: The rounded formation of the letter implies that the writer has composed the writing in his leisure period. Typically this is an indicative of laziness, luxury, and excessive unwillingness to take part into hard work. These types of individuals have indefinite period of time for unproductive chatting with others, however, they tend to portray themselves as busy and productive. Apart from this pseudo mentality, they are usually peace loving and a good compliant to legal issues. They are longing for betterment in life, although not getting involved into hard tasks. |
| B) | Block Writing: In this type of writing, the characters are typically placed as straight and simple, without any added ornamentation. Individuals having this type of writing are generally hard workers, careful and rational. Their lifestyle and working pattern are typically consume maximum time of the day. They are reserved in nature. |
| C) | Angular Writing: This is quite different from Block Writing and Rounded Formation. Individuals having this pattern of writing are very resourceful and full of vitality. They can be a good leader since they can influence the fellow members quite profoundly. But sometimes they can be really aggressive and looking for immediate outcomes, even when there is no possibility for the same. They are very reluctant about taking other's criticism. When the writing pattern is intensely angular, it implies money-mindedness in the concerned individual. When it is only inclined at moderate level, it signifies a wide variety of qualities in the writer including intelligence, affectionate and knowledgeable. |
| D) | Single Letters: When the letter size is same, it is an indicative of the meticulousness and awareness of the concerned individual. These individuals are typically duty-bound and never underestimate the tasks once assigned to them. They are usually very detail-oriented regarding the task they are asked to accomplish. |
| E) | Irregular Letters: Irregular letters imply a scattered and confusing personality. People having this type of hand writing are mostly confused all the time and they usually need guidance from their supervisor more than actually necessary. |
| F) | Small to Large Letters: In this type of writing, the letters are placed following an order from small to large. It is an indicative of self-possessed personality. These individuals prefer to be expressive. They are hard workers and want to become successful in their lives by means of integrity and honesty. |
| H) | Large to Small Letters: When the writing type gets inclined from large letters to small ones, it is an indicative of tactfulness and friendliness. Individuals having this type of hand writing can take the advantage of their widely spread connections and they deal quite fairly with other people. |
Significance of Inclination
Inclination of slant of writing has a great significance in the study of graphology. However, this area of study requires a thorough knowledge, expertise and ability to distinguish among slightest details, since the difference between different inclinations is critically insignificant.
| A) | If an inclination is about 60° to 70°, it is an indicative of sensitive mind. In addition to sensitive approach towards life events and objects living in the surrounding, the individuals possess a strong sense of imagination and emotionally sensitive. Even a slightest provocation can turn them out to be excessively aggressive. These people show an intense temperament. It is very essential to stay cautious while dealing with individuals having this type of hand writing, because they are truly short tempered. |
| B) | When the inclination is about 70° to 80°, it is an indicative of generosity and kindness. These people have a helping attitude and they prefer to help others to build their career. These individuals have a strong preference over sharing happiness with others. |
| C) | If the inclination is about 80° to 90°, which is indeed very common among the mass, it is an indicative of pleasant personality and friendly behavior directed towards everyone present in the surroundings. This type of writing also denotes a genuineness and integrity. These people have the ability to take things comfortably. It is not so hard to deal with these types of people. |
| D) | When the inclination is 90° or right angled, it is an indicative of selfishness. Additionally, this also ascertains analytic mind with lack of emotional values. However, these people can be very sincere, obedient and reliable if their energy is directed towards positive direction. These people can turn out to be good and reliable friends since they have the ability to realize the obligations encountered. |
| E) | When the inclination is about 100°, it is an indicative of suppressed and controlled nature. People having this type of hand writing can memorize all the positive and negative events occurred in the past and take lessons from it. But their suppressed mind can lead to become intensely unable to encounter difficult situation and hence collapse. |
| F) | If the inclination is about 120°, it is an indicative of self-centeredness. People having this type of hand writing simply do not care about others. They only think about themselves and own betterment, even at the cost of other's loss. |