About
What is Embedded Fonts Service doing?
Our service is designed to simplify the process of creating custom fonts for embedded displays.
Embedded developers face unique challenges with font rendering:
- Limited memory and processing power.
- Complexities in generating compatible font headers.
- Time-consuming customization for specific displays.
We simplify this process by providing:
- Efficient Solutions: Quickly generate rasterized fonts tailored to your device.
- Customization Options: Use pre-configured fonts or upload your own.
- Open Font Licensed (OFL) Fonts: Free access to popular fonts for testing and development.
How It Works
1. Configure Your Font Request
- Choose a font size corresponding to your project requirements.
- Select a font from our OFL Font Library or upload your custom font.
- Choose your desired:
- Character cell height (font size)
- Character cell width (effective width of symbol)
2. Generate Font Header
Click Generate, and our service will create a C/C++ compatible raster font header ready for your project.
- Preview the generated font header file.
- Download the header file and integrate it into your embedded project.
3. Use It in Your Code
Integrate the generated header file directly into your embedded application, saving time and effort.
4. Font License
Make sure to check the license of the font you are using. Some fonts are free for personal use only, while others require attribution. We provide only the header file, not the font itself, but we also provide the license text when you choose a font from our library. When you upload your own font, you are responsible for including the appropriate license in your project. Please don't use source fonts in a way that violates their license.
Interface Options
The service offers two interface options:
- Basic: Generate fonts at standard sizes (8, 16, 32, 64 px) — straightforward and quick for most embedded projects.
- Advanced: Full control over font size and width for fine-tuned rasterization tailored to your display.
Legal Notes
Fonts available in our library are licensed under the Open Font License (OFL), ensuring free use for personal and commercial purposes.
When uploading your own font, ensure that you have the necessary rights to use it in your project. If you upload a custom font, you affirm that you own the rights or have the appropriate license to use it. We do not store or redistribute your font files.
We are not responsible for any legal issues that may arise from the use of fonts generated by our service. Please ensure that you have the necessary rights to use the fonts in your project.
Acknowledgements
This site uses JetBrains Mono, an open-source typeface designed by JetBrains. The font is self-hosted — no external requests are made to load it.
JetBrains Mono is distributed under the SIL Open Font License 1.1, which permits free use, modification, and distribution for both personal and commercial purposes. The full license text is available at the JetBrains Mono repository.
Get Started Now!
Ready to simplify your font rendering process? Click Font to configure your first font request and see how easy it can be.