Noto fonts

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The Noto fonts are a collection of open-source typefaces developed by Google with the aim of achieving visual harmony across multiple languages and scripts. The name "Noto" is derived from "No Tofu," referring to the goal of eliminating the "tofu" or blank boxes that appear when a computer cannot display a particular character.

Development and Purpose[edit | edit source]

The Noto project was initiated by Google in 2012 to address the issue of missing characters in digital text. The project aims to support all the world's languages and scripts, providing a consistent and harmonious appearance across different writing systems. This is particularly important for Unicode compliance, as Unicode is the standard for encoding text in most of the world's writing systems.

Features[edit | edit source]

Noto fonts are designed to be visually harmonious across different scripts. They cover a wide range of languages and scripts, including Latin, Cyrillic, Greek, Arabic, Hebrew, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and many others. The fonts are available in various styles, including sans-serif, serif, and monospace.

Unicode Coverage[edit | edit source]

Noto fonts aim to cover all characters in the Unicode standard. This includes not only modern scripts but also historical scripts and symbols. As of the latest release, Noto supports over 800 languages and 100 writing scripts.

Design and Aesthetics[edit | edit source]

The design of Noto fonts is intended to be neutral and readable, making them suitable for a wide range of applications, from web design to print media. The fonts are designed to work well at both small and large sizes, ensuring legibility and clarity.

Technical Details[edit | edit source]

Noto fonts are released under the SIL Open Font License, which allows for free use, modification, and distribution. The fonts are available in TrueType and OpenType formats, making them compatible with most modern operating systems and applications.

Usage[edit | edit source]

Noto fonts are widely used in various applications, including web design, mobile applications, and desktop publishing. They are particularly popular in environments where multilingual support is required, such as international websites and software applications.

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