System 7: Outline Fonts


Article Change History
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09/16/92 - UPDATED
* With information about TrueType.

What are outline fonts?

Outline fonts consist of mathematical descriptions of each character. Each
character is defined by a series of lines and curves, and can be scaled to
any size. Examples of outline fonts are PostScript and TrueType. You can find
PostScript outline fonts in several of Apple's LaserWriter
printers. Outline fonts give smooth, sharp text at any size when printed
and (with TrueType) on the screen.


Published Date: Feb 18, 2012