What is OTF file?
An OpenType Font file contains information that is used by a computer or printer to convert the font into printable text. The data that it stores can be viewed or edited through any font editing software. OpenType fonts are capable of having multiple weights, ranging from light to black and can also help with complex character ligatures.
OTF Format details
| Full Name | OpenType Font |
|---|---|
| Developer | N/A |
| Category | Font Files |
Tools that will help you view OTF files
Sometimes you need to quickly preview the contents of a file with the OTF extension. In such a situation, many people decide to find a tool that, according to its creators, can display the contents of the OTF file and many other types of files (All in One Viewer).
Of course, there are such tools. However, it should be remembered that they may display the data contained in the OTF file differently than the application dedicated to handling the OTF file extension. When you cannot afford to have the data of the OTF file displayed different from the original, you should use the applications developed to work with the OTF file.
Below you will find a list of software programs that will help you with this. These software programs will help you view the content of the OTF file, minimizing possible errors that may arise with other tools.
OTF File Viewers
- Microsoft Windows
- FontForge
- Mac OS X
- Microsoft Windows Font Viewer
- Mac OS X Font Book