[FIXED] Can't open font - "Wrong DICT byte 1"

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[FIXED] Can't open font - "Wrong DICT byte 1"

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This font installs without problems via MainType 6.0 Pro, and also via Win10 native installer. It works correctly (although the design is in the early stages).

Unfortunately, I can't develop it further in FontCreator 9.1 Pro because it won't load, either from disk or while installed. The error message is "Wrong DICT byte 1."

I would love to be able to work on this font, so please let me know if there's any way to get around this load error.

Thanks in advance,

Allen
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I am sure that Erwin will need the font to see what the issue is.
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Can we attach files to posts?
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Here's a link to one of the unloadable fonts:

http://acobb.com/temp/AC_FontTest_03.otf
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I've found and fixed the bug. Expect a new release within a couple of days.
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Excellent! Thanks for the ultrasonic support.

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I've send you a link to a new private release. It should fix the problem, so let us know your results.
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Excellent. The font now loads without error.
I'll let you know if anything turns up.
Thanks!
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Excellent!
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Re: Can't open font - "Wrong DICT byte 1"

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I am having the same issue. I checked to see if the version I am using has an update however it only shows the paid upgrade to version 10. Is it possible to resolve the issue without paying the upgrade fee? Thanks
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