When reproducing the logomark at small sizes, care should be taken to reproduce it cleanly. The spaces between the elements of the logomark should remain open and not filled in. In most applications, the logomark should not be reproduced smaller than 1/4" wide to maintain legibility and integrity. On publication covers, the logomark should not appear smaller than 1/2" wide.

To maintain optimum recognition and clarity, the preferred logo and logomark should be free of distortion and set apart from other competing graphic elements such as typography, photographs, illustrations, etc. A clear, protective staging space has been designated around the logo and logomark to maintain its impact. Nothing should appear within the "x" distance (which equals the height of the letter "M") surrounding the logo and logomark in most applications.