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It’s been crazy around here…
Posted by fontgear in Font Related, Software, Tip on February 28, 2012
We have been blown away by the interest in our newly released FontPad Server. What an exciting time for web typography – and now we have put together a deal that makes it easier than ever to get into web fonts.
For a limited time you can get FontXChange for Macintosh and FontPad Sever for Macintosh (1 Year) for only $99.00 with our Web Font Software Bundle.
FontXChange can easily convert fonts to OpenType (PS), Web Fonts (WOFF), PostScript Type 1, and TrueType for both Macintosh or Windows.
FontPad Server is a web font server application that provides a way to deploy web fonts in a safe, controlled, and protected environment without having to use clumsy scripts and specialized web page programming.
Font Software Bundle for Macintosh
29 Ways to Stay Creative
Posted by fontgear in Interesting, Tip, Uncategorized on August 4, 2011
Twenty-nine ways to keep those creative juices flowing.
FontDoctor 8.1 Released
Posted by fontgear in Software, Technical, Technology, Tip on August 1, 2011
FontGear, Inc. of Charlotte, NC announces the release of FontDoctor for Macintosh v8.1
FontDoctor has long been the industry standard software tool for font problem diagnosis, repair, organization, and now font archiving and back-up. FontDoctor is a professional software application that will locate and eliminate hard-to-find font problems that wreak havoc on the Macintosh system performance and applications. FontDoctor will scan font folders (on local hard drives or over a network) to locate and repair common font illnesses, including corrupt or damaged fonts, missing Postscript fonts, missing bitmaps, corrupt/damaged fonts, font ID conflicts, extra fonts sizes, mixed fonts types, and lots more.
FontDoctor will also organize your font files and generate font diagnosis and organization reports as needed.
What’s new in v8.1:
- Mac OS X 10.7 support and compatibility
- Completely updated interface
- Miscellaneous bug fixes
* A free demonstration version can be downloaded from www.FontGear.net
* The update is FREE to version 8 users. Older version can be upgraded for $19.99.
* FontDoctor is available for $69.99/Single User License and can be ordered and downloaded from our website at www.FontGear.net using all major credit cards, or by calling 1-800-583-2917.
* FontDoctor is also available for Microsoft Windows
* FontDoctor supports TrueType (Macintosh and Windows (.ttf, .ttc) versions), PostScript Type 1, PostScript Type 3, Multiple Master fonts, OpenType fonts, DataFork fonts, and bitmap fonts.
FontGear Inc. is a leading professional software development company for Macintosh and Windows, specializing in font application tools for graphics professionals and the printing industry. FontGear Inc. is located in Charlotte, North Carolina.
FontGenius 2.1 Released
Posted by fontgear in Software, Technical, Technology, Tip on July 27, 2011
CHARLOTTE, NC – FontGear Inc. announced today the release of FontGenius for Macintosh v2.1
FontGenius is a font identification utility for Macintosh.
FontGenius examines pictures and identifies typefaces of any text within a picture. Using advanced recognition technology, FontGenius will produce a list of likely fonts that match selected characters within an image, and will generate character previews of the matched fonts. An internet search can also be performed on the list of results to locate, purchase, and download matched fonts.
Version 2.1 includes support for Mac OS X 10.7 (lion) and bug fixes.
* The update is free for existing FontGenius customers.
* FontGenius can be ordered and downloaded from our website at www.FontGear.net using a major credit card, or by calling 1-800-583-2917.
* A free demonstration version can be downloaded from www.FontGear.net
* FontGenius is available for $39.99 (Single User License)
FontXChange 3.1 Released
Posted by fontgear in Software, Technical, Technology, Tip on July 21, 2011
FontGear, Inc. of Charlotte, NC announced today the release of FontXChange for Macintosh version 3.1
FontXChange is a powerful, easy to use font-conversion application that will convert fonts between common font formats. FontXChange can easily convert fonts to OpenType (PS), Web Fonts (WOFF, SVG, EOT), PostScript Type 1, and TrueType for both Macintosh or Windows.
Version 3.1 introduces compatibility and support for Apple’s newly release Mac OS X 10.7 (Lion)
What’s new in version 3.1
- Mac OS X 10.7 support and compatibility
- Completely updated interface
- Miscellaneous bug fixes
Useful features include:
- Batch processing for converting entire font libraries
- Font inspection window with preview
- Support for many font encodings, including Adobe Standard, Unicode, Mac Roman, and Windows ANSI, and European.
* FontXChange requires Mac OS 10.4 or higher, and a PowerPC or Intel Processor.
* A free demonstration version can be downloaded from www.FontGear.net
* FontXChange is available for $99.00/Single User License
• FontXChange can be ordered and downloaded from our website at www.FontGear.net using all major credit cards, or by calling 1-800-583-2917.
Mac OS X Lion (10.7) Compatibility
Posted by fontgear in Software, Technical, Technology, Tip on July 21, 2011
We are working hard to update all of our software products for Apple’s newly released version of Mac OS X (v. 10.7, called Lion)
Over the next few days we will announce the updates as they become available and will be offered as free updates to our existing customers.
All of our test show that there are no major issues with any of our existing products running on Lion. Most of the problems we’ve seen so far are related to then user interface (window refreshes, controls not drawing correctly, etc.)
If you have any questions or concerns about any of our products then please feel free to contact us here.
Mac OS X Font Update
Posted by fontgear in Font Related, Software, Technical, Tip on April 27, 2011
Apple recently announced an update (Mac OS X 10.6.7) that fixes known problems related to OpenType fonts.
We are recommending that this update be downloaded and installed by all users.
What Font Should I Use?
Posted by fontgear in Font Related, Interesting, Tip on April 4, 2011
Smashing Magazine recently posted a great article about how to choose the right font for the the right occasion. In brief…
1. Dress for the occasion
2. Know your Families: Grouping Fonts
3. Don’t Be a Wimp: The Principle of Decisive Contrast
4. A Little Can Go a Long Way
5. Rule Number Five Is ‘There Are No Rules’
FontGenius 2.0 released
Posted by fontgear in Font Related, Software, Technical, Tip on March 22, 2011
FontGenius is a font identification utility for Macintosh.
FontGenius examines pictures and identifies typefaces of any text within a picture. Using advanced recognition technology, FontGenius will produce a list of likely fonts that match selected characters within an image, and will generate character previews of the matched fonts. An internet search can also be performed on the list of results to locate, purchase, and download matched fonts.
Version 2.0 includes a wealth of new features, including Optical Character Recognition (OCR) for automatically selecting characters in an image, a revamped selection tool that now selects entire words or groups of characters, image filters for cleaning up low quality images, and speed increases for quicker and more accurate results.
* FontGenius requires Mac OS 10.4 or higher and runs on both PPC and Intel Macs.
* A free demonstration version can be downloaded from www.FontGear.net
* FontGenius is available for $39.99 (Single User License)
* The v2.0 update is free for existing FontGenius 1.0 customers.
* FontGenius can be ordered and downloaded from our website at www.FontGear.net using a major credit card, or by calling 1-800-583-2917.
FontGear Inc. is a leading professional software development company for Macintosh and Windows, specializing in font application tools for graphics professionals and the publishing industry. FontGear Inc. is well known for it’s leading software products including FontDoctor, FontXChange, and FontVista.
FontGear Inc. is a privately held company located in Charlotte, North Carolina.
What Color Is Your Web Font?
Posted by fontgear in Font Related, Interesting, Tip on March 16, 2011
Finding the right web font is a tricky business. Fonts are subjective. What seems bold and authoritative to one reader might appear stuffy and forbidding to another. If you’re trying to decide among several styles, why not do a survey? First, find a test group. Your test group should be comprised of your target audience.
It doesn’t matter if you’re writing a blog, launching a commercial website, or putting together an online portfolio. The most effective sites are created with a particular reader in mind. Write down a description of your ideal reader, including their age, music taste, fashion sense, and preferred beverage. The more detailed your characterization, the better. Then find 10 people that embody these qualities. They can be friends, colleagues, relatives – anyone who fits your ideal demographic is a great candidate for your survey.
Next, compile 5 examples of suitable web fonts. Print out the examples on a single page, then ask readers which they prefer and why. Keep in mind that the more provocative the questions you ask, the more evocative the answers you will get. For instance, you can ask, “If these fonts were people, which would you trust with an investment. What font would you want to take on a date? Which hobbies do you think this particular font would have?”
These questions may sound silly, but they invite readers to articulate their subconscious reactions to each font. Once you discover which typeface suits your desired demographic, you’ll be well on your way to designing a successful website!
Stephanie Dempsey, FontGear
