Type

Type is a handy application that helps designers create and edit OpenType fonts, like TrueType and PostScript fonts. It’s got all the tools you need but still keeps things super simple with a clean interface.

Create or Edit Fonts Easily

You can start fresh and create a new font from scratch or bring in info from existing OTF, TTF, or TTC files to tweak what you have. This flexibility makes it easy to work on any project.

Font Customization Options

The program lets you choose your font type (OpenType or TrueType) and fill in details like family name, subfamily, full name, and copyright info. You’ve got lots of Unicode characters at your disposal, so you can really get creative!

Drawing Tools at Your Fingertips

With Type, you can draw straight lines, curved corners, smooth out curves, and even insert shapes like rectangles and circles. There are several drawing tools available too—like pen tools for freehand drawing or using a ruler for precision.

Advanced Features for Precision Work

You can rotate, skew, or stretch elements as needed. Plus, it’s easy to select colors for your glyphs. Need to see how two glyphs pair up? You can view the kerning pairs for any glyph and zoom in or out to get just the right look.

Edit Like a Pro

Type lets you undo or redo actions easily. Basic editing functions like copying a glyph or pasting metrics are simple. You can also add background images in formats like JPG or PNG and use the auto-tracer feature for tracing graphics smoothly by adjusting black-and-white thresholds.

Importing and Exporting Made Simple

You can import vector graphics from SVG files too! Checking glyph information is straightforward; just look up details like type and total nodes. Want to preview your work? No problem! You can even build custom action scripts that apply to specific glyphs or entire fonts.

No Hassle with Output Options

When you're done designing, export your data as OTF or TTF file formats easily. Type also allows saving as templates (in GFS format), using hotkeys for better control over everything from copying to duplicating glyphs.

Speedy Performance with Great Results

During our tests, we found that Type works really quickly! It produced excellent results without any errors popping up along the way.

A Trustworthy Font Editing Tool

In conclusion, Type proves itself as a reliable tool packed with features that help you create and edit fonts efficiently—especially great for professional users!