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How to Install Fonts in Windows 10

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Microsoft Store: Go to Start > Settings > Personalization > Fonts > Get more fonts in Microsoft Store. Choose a font and select Get.The font downloads and installs. When complete, close Windows Store. The new font appears at the top of the Available fonts list.Web: Download a font file to the desktop. Go to Start > Settings > Personalization > Fonts. Drag the file to Drag and drop to install. Windows 10 comes with an assortment of fonts installed with the operating system. If you can't find a built-in font that suits your project, download a font from the web or the Microsoft Store and install the new font in Windows 10. Here's how to install fonts in Windows 10 and delete fonts you no longer need. How to Install Fonts in Windows 11

How to Install a New Font to Windows 10 From the Microsoft Store

When you can't find the perfect font for your documents, search the Microsoft Store. The Microsoft Store offers several free fonts along with others that cost a nominal price. Here's how to search the Microsoft Store and add a font to Windows 10: Go to the Start menu and select Settings. Your computer must be connected to the internet before you begin. In the Settings window, select Personalization. Go to Fonts. Select Get more fonts in Microsoft Store. Select a font. The Microsoft Store contains several free fonts and other fonts for a fee. Select Get. In the Use across your devices window, select either No thanks or Sign in to choose whether to use this font on all your devices. Wait while the font downloads and installs on your computer. When the download and installation are complete, a notification appears in the Windows Store. Close Windows Store. The new font appears at the top of the Available fonts list.

How to Install a New Font from the Web

If you can't find a font you like in the Microsoft Store, download fonts from the web and install those font files in Windows 10. Windows can use several types of font files, including the TrueType Font (TTF) and OpenType Font (OTF) file formats. Before downloading a free font file, check for any use restrictions. Some free fonts are only for personal use. Find the font file you want to use. Download the font file to the Windows desktop. If the font file is contained in a ZIP file, you must extract the files before installing the font in Windows. Select Start > Settings > Personalization > Fonts. Resize the Settings window to show the Settings window and the downloaded font file on the desktop. Drag the font file from the desktop to the Drag and drop to install section of the Fonts Settings screen. The new font appears in the Available fonts list. If the font doesn't work as expected or an app doesn't recognize the font, there are several things you can do to troubleshoot font installations.

How to Uninstall Fonts in Windows 10

When your computer has too many windows fonts, you may need to delete fonts to free up space on the hard drive. Here's how to delete fonts you no longer need. Go to Start > Settings > Personalization > Fonts. Select the font you want to remove. If you know the name of the font and don't want to scroll through the Available fonts list, enter the font name in the search box. Select Uninstall. In the Uninstall this font family permanently dialog box, select Uninstall. Select the back arrow to return to the Fonts Settings window. The uninstalled font no longer appears in the Available fonts list. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Add Fonts to Word How to Install TrueType or OpenType Fonts in Windows How to Install Fonts in Windows 7 How to Change Brightness in Windows 11 How to Install Fonts in Windows 11 How to Download Fonts on iPhone How to Manage Your Fonts in Windows How to Download Fonts on iPad FontSpace: Download Thousands of Free Computer Fonts How to Upgrade From Windows 10 Home to Pro How to Get iPhone Emojis for Your Android How to Add a Printer to Windows 10 OneNote Not Syncing? How to Get It Back Online How to Change the Default Font and Size in Outlook How to Change Font in Windows 10 How To Run the Bash Command Line in Windows 10 Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies