Should I avoid using “text-align: justify;”?

Question

Is there any reason to avoid using text-align: justify;?

Does it reduce readability or cause problems?

Answer 1

The problems brought up by others about justify alignment are more prevalent with narrow columns. If your columns are wide enough in relation to the size of your fonts and other parameters then it's ok to justify the text. Let's say you'd want a minimum of 12 to 15 words per line in average. More is better.