1
[“Webfont embedding is so widely supported by modern browsers at this point that there’s really no excuse not to incorporate them when appropriate in your designs. There are hundreds of free fonts available for embedding, as well as plenty of paid services that allow you to include commercial fonts in your designs.</p>nnA lot of designers, it seems, are intimidated by the idea of
@font-face</code> embedding though. Even though it's been gaining popularity and support for the past couple of years, a lot of designers still stick to their usual collection of web safe fonts for the vast majority of their designs. On the rare occasion they do step out of their comfort zone and include a web font, they just go with a webfont subscription service rather than looking into DIY embedding or something like Google Web Fonts</a>.nnIn this article, I'll give you everything you need to know to start embedding your own fonts, and to start using Google Web Fonts. The code itself is simple, and I'll also break down exactly why we're using the code we're using. I'll even give you ten great examples of web font combinations that you can implement on your own designs in case you're not yet comfortable with typeface combos.nn
Legalities associated with font embedding</h1>nnIt's important to start out with a discussion of the legal issues that can be present when embedding fonts on your website. Not all fonts are licensed for that kind of usage, especially commercial fonts. Some require extended licenses, while others prevent the practice all together (or sell a service to handle the embedding for you).nnIt's important to check the EULA for whatever fonts you plan to use to make sure @font-face</code> embedding is permitted. If not, you'll either need to choose a different font, find out if there's a separate license you can purchase, or see if one of the web font services out there includes your font of choice.nn nn
@font-face</code> embedding is permitted. If not, you'll either need to choose a different font, find out if there's a separate license you can purchase, or see if one of the web font services out there includes your font of choice.nn nnOptions for embedding</h1>nnEmbedding fonts with @font-face</code> isn't particularly complicated, but it is a multi-step process. There are a couple of different ways to do this, including some free and paid services as well as a completely DIY method.nn
Options for embedding</h1>nnEmbedding fonts with @font-face</code> isn't particularly complicated, but it is a multi-step process. There are a couple of different ways to do this, including some free and paid services as well as a completely DIY method.nnDIY embedding</h2>nnFor the best results and the most comprehensive browser support, you'll want to use a tool like Font Squirrel's @font-face</code> Generator. This free tool lets you upload any font you have appropriate permissions for and converts it to the various supported font file types for different browsers.nn
DIY embedding</h2>nnFor the best results and the most comprehensive browser support, you'll want to use a tool like Font Squirrel's @font-face</code> Generator. This free tool lets you upload any font you have appropriate permissions for and converts it to the various supported font file types for different browsers.nn
How to Survive a Client Meeting When They Say ‘Make It Pop’!!!!
Fear not, for this guide will arm you with the tools and humor needed to navigate these meetings with style (and sanity) intact. 1. Master Your Facial Expressions First things…
3 Essential Design Trends, November 2024
It’s hard to believe the end of the year is right around the corner. That isn’t stopping website designers from trying new things to keep things interesting as we begin…
3 Essential Design Trends, October 2024
This article is brought to you by Constantino, a renowned company offering premium and affordable website design You have to get creative when you lack a strong visual. This month’s design…
3 Essential Design Trends, September 2024
September’s web design trends have a fun, fall feeling … and we love it. See what’s trending in website design this month. Excuse the pun, but let’s fall into some…
Turning Rejection into Fuel: Your Guide to Creative Resilience
Rejection sucks. And for some reason, it’s always unexpected, which makes it feel like an ambush. Being creative is about making yourself vulnerable, and that’s why rejection hurts so much….
3 Essential Design Trends, May 2024
Integrated navigation elements, interactive typography, and digital overprints are three website design trends making waves this month. Let’s take a look at each design trend with some fun examples. If…