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Wilcox decided to create an overlay developers can use in emulator debugging to ensure text and content is aligned to perfection (see image above for example of misaligned text). This is best used with tweaking designs and the UI. Screenshots can be taken with the overlay active on the emulator and then shared with clients or the designer for feedback and critique.
MetroGridHelper can be installed with NuGet. For more information and installation details, head on over to Wilcox's blog (link below).
Source: Jeff Wilcox
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