I would be interested in knowing ~~MORE~~ programs that do and do not support kerned fonts.
I use XP Pro and my experience is:
YES * accepts kerned fonts I made with FC5:
* Adobe Photoshop CS (v.8.)
NO - does not accept kerned fonts I made with FC5
- Jasc Paint Shop Pro 7, 8, & 9.
(note: I can adjust kerning in PSP 7-9, but it's just not the same)
- Corel Draw Suite 8, 9, 10, 11.
- MS products like FrontPage 2000-2003.
FYI: MY FC5 fonts are still usable in all programs, but the laborious, detailed kerning is not showing up.
Thanks
Programs that accept kerned fonts ... and those that do not
Programs that accept kerned fonts ... and those that do not
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Okay, Thanks. I deleted that.
It would still be nice to know anyone's experiences.
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It would still be nice to know anyone's experiences.
Here's a sample picture of Paint Shop Pro & Photoshop CS.
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Handwriting fonts do not generally require kerning. Take a look at Lucida Handwriting, for example. Like Chuzzle Script, that I illustrated, any kerning should be done in the design window by adjusting left and right side-bearings using the Comparison Tooblar as a guide.
Kerning is required where a font needs different spacing between different letter pairs such as between V and A, where the A can be more closely spaced to the V than the T. Automatic kerning from the tools menu is not laborious at all, but manual adjustment to some kerning pairs may be needed.
Kerning is required where a font needs different spacing between different letter pairs such as between V and A, where the A can be more closely spaced to the V than the T. Automatic kerning from the tools menu is not laborious at all, but manual adjustment to some kerning pairs may be needed.
Lucida Handwriting is a PERFECT font. I do fonts for people who submit their handwriting and samples. I also do "artsy" handwriting fonts; none of these are PERFECT like Lucida Handwriting. I am very interested in pleasing my client or myself.
The comparison window is nice and shows kerning you've done, but does it actually "do" kerning?
I really like the kerning screen ... easy to pick and choose pairs, easy line-up (a small grid would be nice), and little mouse & wrist work. If I kern via the kerning screen, I won't miss anything.
I would like to compile a list of software that accepts (& not) the kerned fonts for my clients, that way the client can make the decision whether they would like me to kern for them or not. I obviously can not afford to purchase every product on the market, so I really appreciate your input and experiences with other software. Anyone else is welcome to post as well!
I can also add to the "not list" ... all versions of Print Shop, Print Master, and Sierra Print. I am ~~NOT~~ complaing about FC in any way, I just wish other software makers would advance a little!
-- Slightly off topic -- Is there an industry standard of pairs for kerning I should only be concerned with, rather than the entire font?
Thanks! I really learn a lot from this forum!
The comparison window is nice and shows kerning you've done, but does it actually "do" kerning?
I really like the kerning screen ... easy to pick and choose pairs, easy line-up (a small grid would be nice), and little mouse & wrist work. If I kern via the kerning screen, I won't miss anything.
I would like to compile a list of software that accepts (& not) the kerned fonts for my clients, that way the client can make the decision whether they would like me to kern for them or not. I obviously can not afford to purchase every product on the market, so I really appreciate your input and experiences with other software. Anyone else is welcome to post as well!
I can also add to the "not list" ... all versions of Print Shop, Print Master, and Sierra Print. I am ~~NOT~~ complaing about FC in any way, I just wish other software makers would advance a little!
-- Slightly off topic -- Is there an industry standard of pairs for kerning I should only be concerned with, rather than the entire font?
Thanks! I really learn a lot from this forum!