Six Cool Cheat-Sheet Wallpapers

There are loads of cheat-sheet style wallpapers out there, but the vast majority of them are either horrible to look at, or so specialised that they hold little interest for most people. For the purposes of this round-up we’ve tracked down six wallpapers that look great on the desktop and  include useful facts or information.

 

So You Need a TypeFace

So you need a typeface

Anyone who’s ever struggled to find the right typeface will appreciate this functional
and useful wallpaper which will guide you through the whole process.
Get it

 

 

Color Theory

Color Theory

Another reference sheet for designers. This wallpaper manages to combine a very cool
design with useful advice.
Get it

 

 

Awesome World

Wondeful World

Colourful and informative at the same time. If you’ve ever had one of those ‘where the
hell is Kruminjistan anyway …’ moments, this is the wall for you.
Get it

 

 

London Underground

London Underground

An absolute design classic, the original London Underground map looks great
on your desktop whether you live in in ‘the smoke’ or not.
Get it

 

 

The Anatomy of Type

Anatomy of Type

Great cheat-sheet this one – it breaks down all the elements that go into making and
using a font.
Get it

 

 

Elements of Design

Elements of Design

The absolute basic building blocks of design are explained clearly and concisely
in this useful and attractive wallpaper.
Get it

 

 

  • http://www.facebook.com/adimcas Rustin

    what about some cheat sheets for writing?! like rules, grammar, and common misspellings. or some for different languages. just simple stuff like how to ask for a drink or get a hotel room.

    that would be awesome and incredibly helpful for traveling ESL teachers.

    :D

  • http://www.bluellama.co.uk Blue Llama

    I’m now using the London Underground wallpaper. Fingers crossed I’ll soon be able to navigate to our London office without being in a confused mess! Thanks.

    • http://www.geekosity.org Andy Hutchinson

      Mind the gap!