A maximum line length of 88 characters is recommended for coding standards, as indicated by the formatter Black. The debate over line length has historical roots, initially based on the constraints of 80-character teletypes. Despite modern displays accommodating far more characters per line, many writing environments impose limits to enhance reading comfort. Websites and text editors also constrain line width, prioritizing user experience and readability over the potential to utilize wider screens.
The argument against limiting line length to 80 characters is often made with the rationale that modern monitors allow for wider lines, making it seem wasteful to limit characters.
Modern display technologies provide space for many more characters, yet most text applications and websites implement limits on line width to maintain readability and focus.
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