Type

Type is a neat tool for designers who want to create and edit fonts, especially OpenType, TrueType, and PostScript fonts. It’s packed with features but keeps things simple with a clean user interface.

Create or Edit Fonts Easily

With Type, you can start from scratch to make a new font or just grab some info from an existing OTF, TTF, or TTC file to tweak it. You get to choose your font type—OpenType or TrueType—and fill in details like the family name, subfamily, full name, and copyright.

Design Your Glyphs

The fun part? You have a ton of options! Pick from various Unicode characters and draw shapes like rectangles, circles, and lines. You can even use tools like the pen or freehand pen for more creativity. Want smoother curves? No problem! Just use the tools available to you.

Edit Like a Pro

You can rotate or stretch your designs and pick colors for your glyphs. Need to find something specific? There’s a handy search function. Plus, you can check out kerning pairs for each glyph and easily zoom in or out as needed.

Undo and Redo Your Actions

If you make a mistake (who doesn’t?), Type lets you undo or redo actions with ease. Basic editing functions like copying glyphs or pasting metrics are super straightforward too. You can even add background images in formats like JPG, GIF, PNG, or PSD!

Importing and Exporting Made Simple

A cool feature is the auto-tracer that helps trace graphs by cropping certain areas—just set your black-and-white thresholds right! You can also import vector graphics from SVG files and keep track of glyph info like total nodes and contours.

User-Friendly Features

Another great aspect is that you can preview glyphs or text before finalizing them. Build custom action scripts that work on individual glyphs or entire fonts too! When it’s time to export your work, save it as OTF or TTF files—or create templates in GFS format.

Why Choose Type?

During testing, we found that Type performs tasks quickly without any hiccups along the way. Overall, it's a reliable application loaded with features that really help professionals create amazing fonts.

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