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Font Conversion and Web Typography Optimization
Document Processing
January 25, 2024
Convert fonts between formats, optimize for web performance, and implement modern typography with variable fonts and subsetting.
Typography is crucial for user experience, but font files can significantly impact page load times. Learn how to optimize fonts for web delivery while maintaining design integrity.
Font Format Evolution
Modern web fonts support multiple formats:
- WOFF2: Best compression, modern browser support
- WOFF: Good compression, wider browser support
- TTF/OTF: Original formats, larger file sizes
- EOT: Legacy Internet Explorer support
- Variable fonts: Multiple styles in one file
Font Subsetting Strategies
- Character subsetting: Include only used characters
- Language subsetting: Target specific languages
- Unicode range subsetting: Precise character control
- Feature subsetting: Remove unused OpenType features
Variable Font Implementation
Leverage variable fonts for efficiency:
- Weight axis: Replace multiple weight files
- Width axis: Responsive typography
- Custom axes: Unique design variations
- Animation support: Smooth transitions between styles
Performance Optimization
Implement best practices for font loading:
- Font display: Control loading behavior
- Preloading: Critical fonts for faster rendering
- Font stacks: Fallback fonts for better UX
- Resource hints: DNS prefetch for font CDNs
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Category:Document Processing
Reading Time:13 min
Published:Jan 25
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