Line Quality
Can determine the speed with which the sample was written by analyzing whether the letters are shaky or free flowing.
Spacing
Spacing of words and letters can help identify a forgery. The spacing can be consistent or inconsistent, which is an important factor in forensic handwriting analysis.
Ratio of Characters
This is the ratio of the width of letters to their height. If the document in question contains letters that don't have the same ratio as the actual writers', then the analyst can identify the document as a forgery.
Pen Lifts/Separations
Is the writing continuous or are there frequent pen lifts? If the lifts are unusual, a forgery is usually indicated.
Connecting Strokes
Sometimes capital letters are connected to lowercase letters, which is an easily identifiable handwriting trait.
Completion of Letters
Are letters complete? For example are "o"'s a complete circle or does the letter have a small opening?
Letter Formation
Letters can contain tails or small attributes. Capitals could be formed unusually, or letters can be backwards.
Pen Pressure
The pressure can either be placed on the up stroke or the down stroke.
Slant of Letters
Is the slant left, right, or straight? Are all letters consistently slanted?
Line Habits
Is the writing above, below, or on the line? Is the line consistent, or does it vary?
Embellishments
Some writing may contain flourishes in letters or curls at the tips.
Diacritic Placement
How are the letters crossed (t's and f's) and where on the letter is it crossed (high or low). Where are the dotted letters dotted. High? Low? To the right or left?
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