Can I simply convert my PostScript fonts?
Converting PostScript fonts can be done using various conversion tools, but there are important factors to consider. It's essential to verify that the original font's license permits conversion and to be aware of potential rendering issues after conversion. Changes in font metadata during conversion might cause recognition problems in applications.
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Key takeaways
Ensure that the font's license agreement allows for conversion before proceeding.
PostScript font conversion might lead to degraded rendering performance.
Converted fonts may not be recognized correctly due to changes in metadata.
Chad Slater, VP of Software Development discusses converting your PostScript fonts.
You can convert your PostScript fonts using various capable conversion tools available in the market. However, there are a few things to consider before proceeding. First, ensure that the license agreement for your original PostScript font allows for conversions, as some licenses may restrict this. If conversion is not allowed, you may need to purchase a suitable replacement font from the original foundry.
Keep in mind that many conversion tools cannot preserve rendering hinting, especially for high-quality PostScript fonts that have manual hinting applied. Consequently, after conversion, you may experience degraded rendering performance, particularly at different resolutions and sizes.
Additionally, when you convert a font, the associated metadata may change in a way that the operating system no longer recognizes it as the same font. This can lead to issues where Adobe applications, for example, perceive the fonts as missing because the metadata has changed and the font type, styles, or groupings have been altered.
Therefore, it’s crucial to be cautious when converting fonts, as it can potentially cause problems downstream.
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