How to spot a fake id by the microprint font sharpness

In today's guide on how to spot a fake id, let's look at microprint sharpness. Real IDs use a very specific, proprietary font for their microprint that is hard to replicate with standard equipment. Many novelty cards have microprint that looks like a series of blurry dots or fuzzy lines even under 10x magnification.

Bouncers check this by looking at the fine lines in the background. A real micro-font is perfectly clean and balanced. If the letters look cramped or if the ink is bleeding, it's a fake. High-end vendors spend a lot of time perfecting their printing plates to avoid this simple giveaway. Always check the sharpness with a loupe!