Verdana is a sans-serif typeface designed by Matthew Carter in 1996. It was created specifically for on-screen readability, making it popular for web design and digital content. The font features wide proportions and clear letterforms, which help improve legibility at various sizes. The typeface is part of the Microsoft font library and is often included in many operating systems and software applications. Its clean and modern appearance makes it suitable for both body text and headings, contributing to its widespread use in digital media and print.