Fonts
Choosing the right font can make-or-break any design project. Explore hundreds of free and premium fonts. Everything from classic, vintage typefaces to bold, modern fonts that pack a contemporary punch. Find the perfect font for your next project.
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MBF Edge Font
MBF Edge is a modern and sleek font that is perfect for a variety of design projects. The font is available in both regular and italic variations, and...
Phamelo Grunge Script Font
The Phamelo Grunge Script Font is a daring and unique typography tool that promises to elevate your creative projects to new heights. It masterfully e...
Learn About Fonts
How Do I Add Fonts to Photoshop?
Learn how to add fonts and start working with them quickly.
What Is a Font License?
Learn the ins and outs of what type of font license you need for your project.
Where Can I Find Free Fonts?
Our pick of the greatest free sources for typefaces online.
How Should I Pair and Combine Fonts?
Tips and tricks for combining stylish fonts in unique and interesting ways.
Quick Brown Font
Introducing the Quick Brown Font – a vibrant blend of grunge and calligraphy styles captivatingly effective on everything from greeting cards an...
Gimmi Grunge Font
Presenting the Gimmi Grunge Font, a striking new addition to the calligraphic style typefaces. Designed with an effortless brush stroke finish, this f...
Salmon Victorian Font
The Salmon Victorian Font exquisitely merges the rustic charm of the Victorian era with a contemporary grunge appeal. Its calligraphy-driven style bri...
Death Rock Grunge Brush Font
Death Rock is a bold, scratchy brush font that stands out due to its distinctive grunge aesthetic. It’s hard-hitting and edgy, making it ideal f...
Douglas Hand-Made Font
The Douglas Collection unveils a vast pack of incredibly versatile components for your digital art projects. It showcases a total of 12 handmade font ...
Boulden Classic Font
Boulden Classic Font is an epitome of ‘bold and beautiful’. Its uppercase-only design is an ideal choice for a variety of applications, fr...
Rockinsoda Playful Font
Packed with fun and creativity, the Rockinsoda font captures child-like jubilance by echoing a young, playful handwriting style. Standout features inc...
Typrighter Font
Meet your new favourite writing tool: Typrighter. This innovative font pack takes traditional typewriter style and elevates it into the digital age. T...
Iorek Byrnison Font
The Iorek Byrnison Font, with its infusion of raw power and soul, is inspired by the memorable character from The Golden Compass film. The presence of...
CA Rough Rider Old-School Font
Dripping with character and flair, Rough Rider old-school font transports you back to the glory days of handcrafted typography. Its bold, italic style...
Parlour Sans Old-School Font
Remember the signature stylings of Parlour? Prepare to be delighted by Parlour Sans! This display typeface is a unique homage to the eclectic realms o...
Imprimo Letterpress Font
Experience nostalgia and add a dash of vintage charm to your text with the Imprimo Letterpress Font. Inspired by the charm of old world printmaking, t...
The Brewski Textured Font
The Brewski Textured Font is a marvel in the world of typography, inspired by vintage Brewery packaging and beer advertising from the early 20th centu...
Grounday Title Font
Dare to make an impactful statement with Grounday Title Font, a remarkably bold and vivid typeface. An epitome of legibility and distinction, this upp...
Carneval Old-School Font
Step right up and be dazzled by the Carneval Old-School Font! Designed to encapsulate the essence of a whimsical childhood carnival, this font is like...
Whiskey Label Font
Welcome to the vintage world of the Whiskey Label Font. This typeface, inspired by the whiskey labels of yore, serves as a time machine transporting y...
Abegnale Old-School Font
Add an antiquated charm to your designs with the Abegnale Old-School font. Inspired by the age-old craft of handmade letterpress printing, this typefa...
Calasans 7 Layered Fonts
Elevate your design game with our latest addition, Calasans, a 7 layered font! Calasans is a sans serif font designed with a unique layered twist. Its...
Nockwell Font
Nockwell Font is a psychedelic, liquid, decorative font that aims to bring your boldest and most modern ideas to life. Perfectly suited for eye-catchi...
FAQs About Fonts
What are the different types of fonts?
Fonts can be divided into several categories based on their characteristics. The most common categories include Serif fonts, Sans Serif fonts, Script fonts, and Display fonts. Serif fonts have small lines or strokes attached to the ends of larger strokes in a letter or symbol. Examples include Times New Roman and Georgia. Sans Serif fonts, such as Arial and Helvetica, do not have these extra strokes.
Script fonts mimic handwriting and calligraphy. They can range from formal types like Old English style to more casual styles like Brush script. Display fonts are typically used for headers or logos rather than body text, as they can be a bit extravagant for regular reading. They come in a large variety of styles and are often used to convey a specific mood or theme.
What is a web font and how does it differ from a desktop font?
A web font is a font that is used on a website or a web application. Unlike desktop fonts, they are designed to be used on a web platform and to be compatible with different browsers and devices. A web font is hosted on a server and loaded into the user's web browser as needed, thus allowing websites to use typefaces that aren't installed on visitors' computers.
Desktop fonts, on the other hand, are fonts that you install directly onto your computer or workstation. They can be used in any application on your computer like Word, PowerPoint, or Photoshop. Unlike web fonts, they are not designed to be used on a web platform. Each type has its specific uses, and the main difference between them is where and how they are used.
How do I install a font on my computer?
Installing a font on your computer is typically straightforward. First, you download a font file from a trusted source. The downloaded file would usually be in .ttf or .otf format. On a Windows computer, you just right-click on the downloaded font file and select 'Install'. Alternatively, you can go to the 'Fonts' folder in the Control Panel and then drag and drop the font file there.
On a Mac, you open the downloaded font file, which should open in Font Book. From there, you simply select 'Install Font'. For both Windows and Mac, after installing the font, it should be available for use in your applications. Note that some applications may require a restart to register the newly installed font.
Why does a font matter in design?
Fonts play a crucial role in design as they help establish the mood, evoke emotion, and set the tone of the message. The typography you choose can make your design appear serious, comedic, light-hearted, professional, or even whimsical. An inappropriate font can miscommunicate the intended message and put off your audience. Ensuring you choose the right font can create a strong impression and enhance the impact of a design, whether it's a website, poster, or business card.
Moreover, fonts are significant for readability and legibility. Some fonts are more readable than others and make the text easy to scan at a glance. For example, for longer text, it's usually better to use a Serif or Sans Serif font. On the other hand, Script or Display fonts are typically suited for headlines or short pieces of text.
What is kerning and why is it important in font usage?
Kerning refers to the adjustment of space between individual letter pairs in a typeface. Not to be confused with tracking, which adjusts the spacing uniformly over a range of characters, kerning is specific to pairs of letters that may create an awkward or irregular visual space, for example 'AV' or 'WA'. Effective kerning ensures better legibility and aesthetic outcomes in typography. Without proper kerning, a word can look unbalanced, which can affect readability.
This procedure is particularly important in logo design and headlines, where type is at a large size, and kerning issues are more noticeable. While most software offers automatic kerning, often manual adjustments need to be made. Remember, the goal is not to create equal space between letters but to create the illusion of evenly distributed space, making the word visually pleasing and easy to read.