FontCreator for Windows

User Reviews

• Sophistication made simple. Expert or novice.

  Jonne HavenJune 7, 2017

  Pros

  With FontCreator new release, version 11 is a culmination of a community of customer experts input. Yes you heard me right, this software's development is Heavily the responsibility of real users and not one programmer in his basement. People from all over the world joined a Beta team and slaved and tested for months to make this program the gem that it is. Font creation is not easy and a novice no doubt has a million questions to know where to start. Fortunately FontCreator's customer service is bar none. For example, the creator, Erwin, spent 45 minutes teamviewing a problem I had run into. Try to think of the last time that the president of a software company ever made the effort to do something like that for an individual end user. You'll never find faster, complete, and tenacious customer service from experts that know how to speak to newbies as well as the experienced user. Also, in my case, this program is spear heading an effort to sell one of my fonts. It's that good!

  Cons

  Any font program takes some time to learn and can be frustrating if left to your own devices...but the forums are very active and negate a lot of that frustration.

  Summary

  To sum up, FontCreator is not just a software, it's a family. With a dedicated and a little nerdy (joke) users we have the most amount of fun of any software forum I've ever encountered. I've been using it for 2 years and I've only used a slice of this program's pie. I don't need or understand much of what this program's potential offers but if I ever do, I know that all I have to do is ask for help and I'll get near instant assistance. So finally, it's a great program with an even better host of supporters that take fonting very seriously but also know how to have fun!

  ---

• Font Creator is My Best Experience in Making Font

  ShirostudioMay 14, 2017

  Pros

  I am font designer since 2016. I have tried several font softwares. And i decided to Buy Font Creator because this is very easy to use, easy to understand the features (i love the opentype interface so much). The support staff is great. Fast respond and always give nice solution when i have a problem (my own fault, not bug) in making font using Font Creator

  Cons

  Until now i don't have a problem.

  Summary

  Summary... this is Great Software. I recommend to everyone who want to make their own commercial font

  ---

• Major Improvements in FontCreator 11.0

  Bhikkhu PesalaMay 11, 2017

  Pros

  FontCreator 11.0 (released on 11-05-2017) can now edit CFF cubic curves. The greatly improved Insert Contour tool for drawing contours inserts quadratic or cubic curves depending on the Font Project's export format. The direction of inner contours is corrected automatically. As well as a 32-bit version for those on older systems, it comes in a 64-bit version, which can use more RAM and is 20-30% faster for Autokerning or exporting fonts. A new set of icons supports HiDPI monitors, and many subtle improvements to the GUI improve workflow, e.g. docked Toolbars can be locked in place after arranging them. More Access Keys and shortcuts reduce dependency on always using a mouse.for repetitive tasks. Vertical metrics are available for editing CJK fonts. Even the 32-bit version is better at opening large fonts, and the 64-bit version can open several at once. Users can add up to three external programs of their choice to the Launch Externals submenu.

  Cons

  FontCreator will no longer run on Windows XP

  Summary

  Upgrading is recommended to gain the full benefits of a modern PC and Operating System. FontCreator 11 makes the complex task of editing and creating fonts easier for those new to font design, and faster for those who make fonts for a living. The high quality of support from the program's author and free updates to future minor versions is an added bonus. Support from other users on the Hgh-Logic forums is prompt and helpful. The help file is available online if you want to preview the feature in detail before purchase.

  ---

• Good features and support

  11rplaceAugust 23, 2016

  Pros

  Great software with good features.

  Cons

  None at this time.

  Summary

  ---

• Very good font making program!

  SteveArt1313August 17, 2016

  Pros

  Excellent support staff Very helpful forums that you can ask any question related to font creator You can get your moneys worth. Just as good as the more expensive font programs. Somewhat easy to learn You can scan your fonts into FontCreator and turn them into fonts in Seconds! A lot of time saving features. Good interface.

  Cons

  Some Bugs, but they rarely happend. I have Nothing else to complain about.

  Summary

  Great font making program. "The Best in my opinion, out there for the price." Saves a lot of time and is just as good as the top of the line programs. I highly recommend it! 9/10 What more can you ask for?

  ---

• FontCreator is of an alpine pedigree of font software!

  Jonne HavenAugust 16, 2016

  Pros

  Erwin's (the maker of Font Creator) individual attention to each of his customers is worth the price of admission alone. The sophistication of this program rose to the level of aiding me in making a true contextual cursive font, likely the hardest type of font to create. You've probably already read reviews about the technical mastery of this program so I'll reiterate my praise of Erwin's customer service instead. Almost every time I posted an issue on the forums I would get a response within half an hour from Erwin or someone on his team. Sometimes it's mere minutes. They are all very knowledgeable and experienced. Whether you're a nub or an expert, they'll treat you with the same respect and patience. Thank you Erwin and company for making my cursive font dream come true!

  Cons

  Like any program there are bound to be bugs, especially in this sort of program, but patches are produced and there is the forums to report bugs. Unfortunately for these guys to make a living they have to keep making better versions. But what that means is that your software will be updated and patches and support for your program is truncated. For example I bought version 9 and a year later 10 came out and so no work is done on fixing issues with my version anymore. But as said, they do have to make a living like everyone else.

  Summary

  Feel free to try it out...you'll love it within minutes!

  ---

• I love High-Logic software

  Zen DragonApril 16, 2016

  Pros

  Intuitive, easy to use and very powerful font editing and creation.

  Cons

  Actually, compared with other font editors FontCreator, and its cousin Scanahand, have very few deficiencies.

  Summary

  This is the BEST font editor I have ever used, bar none.

  ---

• Easy, Versatile, and Powerful (You won't regret it)

  BobAllen_59June 23, 2015

  Pros

  Allows you to import your tiff's, emf's, wmf's, jpg's, gif's, eps', etc... (best way in my opinion); or you can draw right into the program. I've scanned 150 year old fonts into my computer (as jpg), traced the characters in a draw program, exported to gif, and brought a dead font in the past back to life. You can keep it simple with defaults and get your font running quickly, or dig into the depths of kerning, ligatures, and tables to fashion a complex font. If you are a beginner and aren't sure, you won't be left high and dry. The support is great. The forums are continually active, problems and questions addressed, examples abundant, and samples a plenty. If you need to produce your own fonts, you won't find a better deal anywhere.

  Cons

  Haven't found any yet. Has accomplished all I needed to go from scratch to complete sets of fully kerned, professional looking fonts. Complaints about "crippleware" are irrelevant and counter productive. If you "don't know" whether it will produce a good final product, then you "don't know" enough to write a review. Reviewing version 9 requires a license to actually use the program. Listen to the reviews of people who actually have a licensed version, otherwise you'll get confused by off-issue remarks. A word to the wise - there is a world of difference between version 5 and version 9. If you need a font creation program, buy v9. Anyone who tells you to settle for version 5 obviously hasn't become acquainted with v9.

  Summary

  Whether a beginner or experienced, I believe you will be surprised at the power of such an inexpensive product. I started with version four many years ago, and when I upgraded to v8 last year I kept saying "wow" as I used it. I couldn't believe what I had been missing and how powerful it had become. I've now moved from v8 to v9.

  ---

• Pay to actually save and use anything you produce.

  Michaelk9988July 6, 2014

  Pros

  Doesn't matter.

  Cons

  What good is it if you can't use your work? Just a twist on bait and switch. I'm not saying it has to be free. I'm just saying don't lie.

  Summary

  ---

• A High Voltage Update

  Bhikkhu PesalaJune 30, 2014

  Pros

  A user-friendly interface for adding OpenType GSUB and GPOS features to a font, or for modifying existing features so users no longer need to struggle with the complexities of VOLT. Group-based kerning is a massive leap forward in productivity. Define the groups once, then reuse them in any font by exporting and importing the script for kerning adjustment pairs. Autokern does most of the hard work - just check a few hundred pairs for glitches, before export a font with 20K kerning pairs. Export as OpenType *.otf with Truetype or Postscript outlines, or export as a Web Font (*.woff). Project files store font specific guidelines and export settings, while Export As.. offers a quick way to make minor changes to fonts without saving a project file.

  Cons

  The powerful new features also mean that some effort is needed to master them. It is a big step up from earlier versions.

  Summary

  Professional users will soon be up and running. New users and Home Edition users will find prompt help at the High-Logic forums to get them started. The FontCreator Manual is available online if you want to take a closer look at the feature set. Those who don't want to register the program will not find much use for this Shareware program. The Trial version, which is the full Pro Edition, saves fonts, but only with a limited character set.

  ---

• Show reviewsHide reviews
• Rate it