TypeTool for Windows

TypeTool is a powerful font editor developed by Fontlab. It is designed for professional graphic designers and typography specialists who need to create and edit fonts. The program supports TrueType, Type 1, and TrueType-based OpenType fonts, allowing users to work with up to 65,000 characters. With support for 12 encodings and 150 codepages, TypeTool is suitable for desktop publishing and typography purposes.

TypeTool has recently been updated with new features, including Unicode 5.0 support, bitmap Background and outline Mask layers, improved Bézier drawing, multi-line metrics and kerning editing, screen quality auto-hinting, and improved printouts. The program allows users to create new fonts, modify existing fonts, and open any type of font installed on their system.

While TypeTool provides industry-standard font technology and is based on the engine of FontLab Studio, it falls short in terms of its interface. The interface has a basic and outdated look, which may not be visually appealing to some users. However, for professionals who prioritize functionality over aesthetics, this is a minor concern.

Overall, TypeTool is a comprehensive tool for designing and creating fonts, making it an essential software for professional graphic designers and typography specialists.