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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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...
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...
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.
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...
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...
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...
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...
Wifelove Font
The Wifelove font seamlessly melds the trendy, groovy, and retro. This innovative serif font adds a distinct feel to all your artistic ventures, enabl...
Clotilda Fun Wacky Font
Introducing the Clotilda Fun Wacky Font, a deliberately whimsical typeface that adds a touch of humor and personality to your designs. This hand-craft...
Monster From the Crypt Font
The ‘Monster from the Crypt’ font is a chilling typographic masterpiece designed to evoke the ghostly world of old horror comics. It wraps...
The Wild Strokes Font
Introducing our latest addition to our font collection, The Wild Strokes. This handmade brush font is as bold, enigmatic and untamed as its name sugge...
Tangle Line Art Font
Tangle Line Art Font is an aesthetically pleasing typeface sure to catch anyone’s eye. Specifically designed for artistic appeal, the line work ...
Aestetic Modern Serif Font
Aesthetic isn’t just a font – it’s a statement. A modern serif style that embodies minimalism, it turns the ordinary into the deligh...
Benjola Aesthetic Font
Discover the refined simplicity of the Benjola Aesthetic Font. Crafted with elegance in mind, it’s a modern serif font that blends traditional i...
Minakoe Beauty Font
Introducing the Minakoe Beauty Font, a modern and expressive Serif style font with a distinctly feminine elegance. It’s a creative asset that br...
Caghen Aesthetic Font
The Caghen Aesthetic Font offers a unique and eye-catching design that immediately captures attention. Its one-of-a-kind construction allows it to sta...
Rokey Elegant Font
Meet the Rokey Sans Serif Font, an exquisite combination of versatility and elegance. Well-thought-out design elements, such as stunning ligatures and...
Maginy Elegant Aesthetic Font
Introducing Maginy Elegant Serif Font, a remarkable blend of luxury, elegance, and solidness. This striking typeface is characterized by its unique tr...
Crimson Aesthetic Font
Immerse yourself in the world of Crimson, a unique and modern font that combines elegance and opulence with a distinct ligature shape. Ideal for all y...
Classic Notes Font
Introducing Rosemary Script – the Modern Calligraphy font by Balpirick Studio. This font incorporates clean and elegant designs that are perfect...
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.