13 uses for signs! Let's make a sign that suits your purpose!
Last updated: June 28, 2023
I am Nozomi Sobue, a calligrapher who is in charge of creating signatures at the signature creation service `` Kokuhide Sign .''
“I want to learn more about the various uses of signs!”
"I want an autograph, but I don't know if I'll actually have a chance to use it."
"I made a sign, but I don't know where to use it..."
I wrote an article for those people!
When you hear the use of a sign, the first thing that comes to mind is probably a sign when receiving a package or a sign when making a credit card payment.
In this article, we will introduce not only such common uses in daily life, but also stylish adult uses such as SNS icons, name pens, and embroidery on suits.
Whether you have already made a sign or are thinking about making one from now on, please read this article and get an idea of how it will be used!
The person who wrote this article
Nozomi Sobue
Representative calligrapher of quick signatures.
So far, more than 5,000 people have created signatures.
In his first crowdfunding on Makuake, he achieved a total support purchase of 26,668,000 yen ( first place in Makuake service category ) .
We create many signatures for people who are active on the front lines of various industries, such as celebrities, models, professional athletes, politicians, doctors, lawyers, and business executives.
table of contents
Uses of signs in business situations
Uses of signatures in private life
Use 3: Signing contracts and approval documents
Application 5: Credit card payment
Application 9: Arts and crafts
Application 11: Receiving luggage
Application 12: Embroidery on suits
How to create a sign that suits your purpose
``Speed writing signs'' can be used for a variety of purposes.
Summary: Learn the uses of signs and use them in various situations!
Uses of signs in business situations
In this chapter, we will explain signs in business settings from the perspectives of ``purposes,'' ``design features,'' and ``benefits of making signs.''
Purpose
Signs are used for a variety of purposes in business, such as business cards, documents, and product labels.
By creating a sign, you can express your personality and branding as a business person.
Design features
The design of signs used in business situations has the following characteristics:
・Unique and memorable design
・Design that matches your personality, values, and brand image
・Design that can prove that the person in question signed the document
When it comes to business signatures, having a unique design will make it easier for the recipient to remember you when you add your signature to a business card or email signature.
Additionally, a sign designed to match your personality and values will bring out your individuality and charm to the fullest. If you want to use it as a company logo, creating a sign with a design that matches your brand image will increase your brand value.
Additionally, a unique sign has security benefits. It is difficult to forge a signature compared to a signature in block script, and even if a signature is forged, it can be easily identified by handwriting analysis, making it easier to prove that it is the signature of the person in question.
Advantages of making a sign
Creating a sign has the following benefits for your business.
・Unique signs create a strong visual impression and can be expected to have a branding effect.
・Visibility can be increased by using it on business cards and documents.
・By using it on labels, you can differentiate it from competitors' products.
From these benefits, it can be seen that the creation of signs plays a very important role in the business scene.
Some people who ordered quick-drawn signs reported that their sales increased 3.8 times just by changing the name of their business to the sign.
Uses of signatures in private life
In this chapter, we will explain about private signs from the perspectives of ``purposes,'' ``design features,'' and ``benefits of making signs.''
Purpose
The use of signs in private is very useful as a means of expressing identity.
By signing a letter, you can convey your good impression and feelings of gratitude.
Another advantage is that you can create a sense of commitment and adult leeway through the subtle act of signing.
Design features
The design of signs for private use has the following characteristics:
・Simple design for quick writing
・Unique design with anniversaries and marks added
・Design that matches the image of the person signing
Signs used in private situations are often designed to be simple and easy to write on.
Unique designs that include your favorite shapes, special memories, anniversaries, symbols, etc. are also popular.
By creating a design that matches the image of the person signing it, you can express that person's personality, hobbies, and special feelings.
Advantages of making a sign
・You can casually assert your individuality and commitment.
-Can give a smart impression to the people around you
・You can sign more quickly than in block letters.
From these advantages, it can be seen that the creation of signatures is very advantageous for many people even for private use.
As a side note, there was a person who purchased the quick-drawn autograph, ordered the autograph a few days before a date with a woman, learned it by the date, and was pleased when the other woman complimented the autograph. You are here.
13 typical uses for signs
In this chapter, we will introduce various uses.
The signature creation service "Sokuhide Sign" has developed five typefaces (types) that can be used depending on the purpose.
Creating signatures in five fonts is something only calligraphers with experience and skill can do.
Let's take a look at which typeface is suitable for which purpose!
If you would like to learn more about the five typefaces, please see the page below!
Speed signature: What are the five typefaces created by calligraphers?
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Use 1: Email signature
Usage scene Business
Recommended types: Practical type, polite type
By using a signature in your email signature, you can prove your identity, leading to more reliable communication.
Also, just placing an impressive signature at the end of your email can instantly make a stronger impression.
If you want to use a signature for your email signature, you will need image data in transparent PNG format. It is also possible to transparently process regular image data using special software, but all plans for Speed Signs come with transparent PNG data.
Many of our customers who use Quick Signatures are able to include their signatures in emails, and we have received many feedback that their email response rates have dramatically increased.
Use 2: Business card
Usage scene Business
Recommended types : practical type, polite type, individual type
By putting your signature on your business card, you can express your personality and identity.
A business card with a signature on it gives a stronger impression than a name written in a simple font, right?
This also has the advantage of making it easier for others to remember your name and company name.
When adding a signature, it is important to make sure that it matches the image of you or your company.
By the way, all members of our company use their own signed business cards!
The image above is an image of the business card actually used by Akira Uchiyama, the representative of Sokuhide Sign. (Parts such as email address and phone number are hidden)
Other members, including Uchiyama, say that after they started signing their business cards, they were able to quickly remember their names.
Use 3: Signing contracts and approval documents
Usage scene Business
Recommended types: Practical type, polite type
By using stylish signatures to sign contracts and approval documents, you can give a smart impression to business partners and people within your company.
Additionally, signatures are harder to forge than regular block letters, so you can feel safe about their security.
Furthermore, since signatures can be signed quickly, it is especially recommended for those who often sign documents such as approval documents.
Usage 4: Store/brand logo
Usage scene Business
Recommended types: Individual type, stylish type, polite type
Many companies use signs as their store logos or brand logos, and signs have many benefits, such as increasing brand value and brand loyalty, differentiating themselves from competitors, and increasing recognition.
Logos that use signs are impressive and have strong visual appeal, which can improve advertising effectiveness.
To achieve this, we create signs with a design that creates an impression that matches the brand's image.
In recent years, many brands have changed their logos to simpler designs. Simple and sophisticated logos are accepted by a wider range of users and are easier to remember, so they are used in a variety of industries.
The changes in the brand logo are explained in detail in the article below, so please take a look if you are interested.
[Trend analysis] The problem of recent logo designs becoming similar
Application 5: Credit card payment
Usage scene Private
Recommended quick writing type
Some people may enter a PIN number when paying by credit card, but a unique signature that is difficult to forge is a stronger security measure. Additionally, with a sign with a simplified design, you can complete your checkout much more quickly than with a PIN.
If you can quickly write a stylish and cool signature at a restaurant or bar where you pay at the table, how will it appear to the people you are with?
I'm sure you'll get the impression that he's a smart and nice person, and someone who pays close attention to detail.
If you would like to know more about credit card signatures, please see the article below.
Make sure your credit card signature is cool! How to write a signature in style
Application 6: Hotel check-in
Usage scene Private
Recommended types: Unique type, stylish type
If you can draw a well-designed and cool sign at the time of hotel check-in, you can subtly convey the relaxed and attentiveness of an adult.
Plus, your signature will be unique to you, so you'll feel like you're a special guest.
A single sign can turn a stay at a hotel into a more luxurious experience, so we recommend creating a sign for those who often use hotels and inns.
Application 7: Golf
Usage scene Private/Business
Recommended types: quick writing type, individual type
More and more people are using signs when playing golf.
When checking in or writing your name on a scorecard, why not use a well-designed sign instead of plain letters?
At golf events and other events where business owners gather, many people use stylish signs.
Application 8: Sign for fans
Usage scene Private/Business
Recommended types: Unique type, stylish type
Celebrities, models, and athletes sometimes make their own autographs, but most often they hire professionals to make their autographs for them.
It seems that many people want to deliver high-quality, well-designed autographs to their beloved fans, rather than handmade ones.
Even if you think it's because you're not a professional yet, why not try changing something that can be easily updated, such as your signature?
Application 9: Arts and crafts
Usage scene Private/Business
Recommended types: Unique type, stylish type
Signs are also said to go well with arts and crafts.
Highly designed signatures are used as part of the work, and since signed works can clearly identify the author, they also have the advantage of increasing historical value.
Additionally, for fans and collectors of the author, having a work signed allows them to feel a connection with the author, deepening their attachment to the work and the author.
If you would like to learn more about the signatures that can be placed on artwork such as paintings, please see the article below.
Use 10: SNS icon
Usage scene Private
Recommended types: Unique type, stylish type
Incorporating your signature into your SNS icon will increase the originality of your account.
It is especially recommended for influencers, as it instantly transforms into an impressive icon just by adding your signature.
Also, on SNS, where competition is fierce, signed icons have the advantage of being able to differentiate your account from other accounts.
Application 11: Receiving luggage
Usage scene Private
Recommended quick writing type
Many people who shop a lot online may find it troublesome to have to sign their name when receiving their parcels.
Signing with a signature has the advantage of being faster than signing in block letters or affixing a seal, so the unproductive work of receiving packages can be completed more quickly.
Application 12: Embroidery on suits
Usage scene Private
Recommended types: Practical type, polite type
Many people have their name embroidered on their suit jackets, but why not have that embroidered with a well-designed signature?
Normally, embroidery on jackets is done in areas that are not very noticeable, but not many people are able to pay attention to the inconspicuous areas.
If the sign you see at a glance has a unique design, it will give you a sense of adult playfulness, so please consider it if you wear a suit.
Use 13: Name pen
Usage scene Private
Recommended types: Individual type, stylish type, polite type
Personalized pens are commonly used as gifts, but we also recommend adding your signature instead of using regular fonts.
I'm sure you sometimes buy a nice pen to commemorate something, but I think you can become even more attached to it by adding your own signature of your own design.
Not only pens, but also engravings on leather products such as wallets and business card holders will deepen your attachment to things.
How about putting a lifetime signature on an item that will last a lifetime?
How to create a sign that suits your purpose
There are two ways to create a sign that suits your purpose: make it yourself or hire a professional.
If you don't want to spend a lot of money, we recommend that you try making it yourself.
If you want a sign with a sophisticated design or you tried making it yourself but couldn't make it to your satisfaction, it's time to hire a professional.
make it yourself
If you want to make your own sign, we recommend that you follow the steps below.
① Decide on the purpose and usage scene of the sign
② Think of a design that suits the purpose of the sign
③ Try using the completed sign
④Proofread the parts that are difficult to write or that you are concerned about.
The following article explains in detail how to make your own sign!
Introducing tips on how to make your own original handwritten sign!
9 tips on how to make and write signatures taught by professional calligraphers
ask a professional
If you want a high-quality sign that suits your purpose, ask a professional to create it for you.
For ``Speed Signs,'' I, calligrapher Nozomi Sobue, am in charge of creating all the signs.
We have received high praise for the fact that the signs are designed by a calligrapher who is an expert in calligraphy, and we have received the following kind words from our users!
TA/Male/Manager
“It would be a dream come true to have a professional calligrapher create my signature!”
Mr. KY/Male/Lawyer
"To be honest, I wasn't expecting much because the quality of the sign made by another company was not so good, but the quality was higher than I expected and it exceeded my expectations in a good way."
NS/Female/Model
"I really felt that he was a professional calligrapher. The more I use the signature that Mr. Sobue made for me, the more I become attached to it, so I will continue to use it forever!"
``Speed writing signs'' can be used for a variety of purposes.
Speed Sign has been ranked No. 1 in three categories: ``Customer Satisfaction,'' ``Sign Creation Service of Business Owners' Choice,'' and ``Sign Creation Experience for Calligraphers.'' (1,278 people in their 20s to 60s surveyed by a third-party organization)
Our delivery speed is 2 business days, the fastest in the industry, so if you need a signature immediately, please leave it to us!
If you practice using the included ``tracing sheet'' and ``stroke order video'', you will be able to write a signature in about 5 to 10 minutes, so don't worry if you are worried about whether you can master the signature.
・Tracing sheet (signature example: Yudai Tanaka) *Brush letter delivery option applicable
・Brush order video (signature example: Akira Uchiyama) *Brush letter delivery option applicable
We also offer "re-proofing" where we will proofread your design an unlimited number of times until you are completely satisfied. We promise that we will provide you with a sign that you will be completely satisfied with!
*The accessories of tracing sheets, stroke order videos, and reproofreading vary depending on the plan.
Please see below for details.
Speed signatures are recommended for the following people:
・Those who want a high-quality sign that suits their purpose
・Those with difficult characters in their names or those with many strokes in their names
・Those who created a sign with another company and were not satisfied with it
・People who have trouble writing neat handwriting
・Those who want to write their name in a cool and smart way
・People who have many opportunities to sign autographs at work or in their private lives
I, Nozomi Sobue, who has a track record of creating signatures for over 5,000 people, has developed five typefaces based on my expert skills and experience, allowing you to have a special experience of using them according to the purpose.
Once you make a high-quality sign, you can use it forever as a ``sign that will last a lifetime.''
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Summary: Learn the uses of signs and use them in various situations!
This time, we have introduced various uses of signs.
By knowing its purpose, you can get more out of your signs than ever before.
Also, the more opportunities you have for autographs, the faster your hands will become accustomed to it.
Please enjoy the feeling of your signature being refined.
There are 13 uses for signs introduced this time, but signs are used in a variety of other situations.
How often do you use signs?
The more opportunities you have to sign autographs, the more you will need to create your own signature, so if you haven't made one yet, please consider making one now!