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Font design isn't easy, but FontCreator simplifies the process with an intuitive interface and tons of features. Its specialized drawing tools allow you to design glyphs one by one. If you're not patient enough to start from scratch, it's easy to import an existing TrueType font (TTF) and get started modifying the smallest of details. You also can convert images to glyphs, which allows you to turn a logo or your handwriting into a custom font. That said, it's the bonus utilities that elevate FontCreator to professional caliber. Glyph Transformer lets you instantly boldface, rotate, or alter every character in a font. You also can set kerning, change character-to-glyph mapping, and validate fonts to detect common problems. FontCreator's wealth of features and recently improved ease of use make it a great choice for type designers of all skill levels.Publisher's Description
From High-Logic:
This font editor allows you to create and edit TrueType and OpenType fonts. It has the powerful drawing tools that typographers and graphic designers require, and an intuitive interface that allows beginners to become productive immediately. When you create or open a font, FontCreator displays an overview of all available characters. You can simply add missing characters, or select an existing character, and modify its appearance. You can import (scanned) images of your signature or company logo, or make a font from your own handwriting. Other features include the ability to preview fonts before installing, and a font installation wizard that makes your fonts available to other applications. FontCreator also lets you fix character mappings, correct font names, and modify and clean up kerning pairs.
What's new in this version: Version 6.5 has added override range feature, updated registered vendor data, and improved preview toolbar.
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4.2 starsout of 52 votes
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"Impaired Demo Function"
Version: FontCreator 6.2
Pros
This program appears to have features that may interest me, I can import images of characters I wish to use, and I can easily move the import around to get it where I want it to be.
Cons
It has no save or export feature so I couldn't review or test the font I was experimenting with. So I had no way to evaluate the end product. It could look like hell when exported, I have no way of knowing if it produces a professional product.
Summary
Waste of time. Had to give it a 1 star because I don't know if it works from this demo! no save or export feature. Couldn't tell what my final font would look like. I also don't personally care to deal with companies that are not upfront about their products. Chances are it is a trend that they will continue. Cripple ware features need to be declared in the product description. When they are not, it wastes bandwidth and peoples time, I equate that to spam. If you are interested in this product I would say buy it on faith and hope you aren't wasting $79.
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"Terrific Program. Well designed."
Version: FontCreator 6.2
Pros
Easy to make simple or complex fonts. Very intuitive. Good group of features. All you need to make complete fonts.
Cons
Is not free ware. Gotta spend the money to get the fully functional program.
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"Good as far as Font creators go."
Version: FontCreator 6.2
Pros
Can't really say because it wasn't what I wanted. I wanted to scan font's created on paper and then scan them in. Which you can do if you have Scanahand an add on.
Cons
The package might be ok but wasn't what I wanted. It's for designing fonts which is ok, but I had my fonts already on paper.
Summary
Font Creator is great for desinging fonts, but you need scanahand to import fonts. Not sure how they work together because you have to pay for addons and trial programs don't show you a final product.
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"DON'T BOTHER UNLESS YOU BUY ('FREE' TRIAL USELESS)"
Version: FontCreator 6.2
Pros
Easy to use, can create fonts pretty easy from image files.... BUT... can't save so no point in downloading.
Cons
Total GARBAGE trial version, do NOT download this unless you buy the full version. Try version 5.0 or 5.6 instead. I spent hours creating a font, only to find out I couldn't save it! Waste of time.
Summary
Do NOT download this free trial, there's nothing free about this program anymore.
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"CRIPPLEWARE"
Version: FontCreator 6.2
Pros
Works well but...
Cons
can't save files. CRIPPLEWARE.
Summary
Previous versions were fully functional. Not this one. Get version 5.0 instead.
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"Great, but not"
Version: FontCreator 6.2
Pros
Easy to download, Fonts easy to import
Cons
Need to pay to use features such as saving and limited time if not paid
Summary
I do like this program, but I can't pay.
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"THEY MIGHT BE FOOLING"
Version: FontCreator 6.1
Pros
MAY BE IN THE IF YOU PAY THEM
Cons
CAN BE BUT WE CAN'T SEE AS FONT CANT BE SAVED WITHOUT PAYMENT
Summary
EVEN IN TRIAL VERSION, THERE SHOULD BE LIMITATION OF MAKING AND USING AT LEAST ONE FONT
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"Not a trial, it is Save-Disabled Crippleware"
Version: FontCreator 6.1
Pros
Looks like it might be able to do the job, but unable to evaluate since fonts cannot be saved.
Cons
This is not trial software or shareware, it is crippleware.
Summary
Nice interface and lots of features, but unless final output (such as a "font") can be saved, installed and printed, it is impossible to tell if this software actually outputs useful fonts.
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"Confusing...."
Version: FontCreator 6.0.1
Pros
Its lower cost then fontographer... and has a 30 day trial to learn it does not work to well...
Cons
Missing vital BASIC tools to draw out the fonts.
PC Paint has better options then this program.Summary
Not worth it.
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"Individualize your writing!"
Version: FontCreator 6.0.1
Pros
Easy to learn, easy to use!
Draw each glyph with care and place it in a separate pdf. This newest version will aat the click of a button paste them all in the proper glyph boxes (if you follow the instructions) and viola, you have a fancy font!Cons
Life has too many other requirements to allow playing with this program all the time.
Summary
Anytime you get the bug to change a font or make an unusual character, Zip Zap, it's done!
