by looking at these examples , it is clear that there are examples of some common features used throughout these pages. one of the most obvious features is the columns of text. these typically display the page numbers and the article that accompanies them.this is THE most significant feature of the contents page as it lists the actual contents. another noticeable feature on the pages are the images scattered around the page. these are usually of the most significant artists/features of the magazine in order to grab the potential reader's attention . there may also be an advertisement , depending on the magazine. there is also usually a house style to these pages . this is the unique style and layout of the page itself . this includes text , color , font etc. this is so that the entire magazine remains consistent throughout and doesn't disorientate the reader with sudden changes. there is also text that accompany the images on the page . this is to give the images some form of anchorage and provide context for the images as to what they relate to . the layout of these pages usually tries to fit in with the genre of magazine they are . for example , the kerrang contents page is set out in quite a hectic and bold way . this is of course representative of the genre. the magazine also display their page numbers in a very consistent way. they only say the number . there is never a "page" written next to it there is only the number. the contents title also follows the house style as the fonts used are typically the ones used on the front cover. this applies to the entire magazine's font usually.
