Font Glyph Character Viewer: Unlocking the Power of Swashes, Alternates, and Symbols

When working with fonts, it's not uncommon to encounter swashes, alternates, and symbols that can add a touch of elegance and sophistication to your designs. However, accessing these special characters can be a daunting task, especially for those who are new to font manipulation. Fortunately, there are several ways to find and insert these characters directly into your document.

One way is through the use of an OpenType, Glyph, or Symbol panel or menu. This feature allows you to browse through the various swashes, alternates, and symbols available in your font and select the ones you want to use. Many design programs, including Adobe Illustrator and InDesign, Quark Xpress, and CorelDRAW, offer this feature.

For those who prefer a more traditional approach, most operating systems come with a utility program that can access the swashes, alternates, and ornaments in your fonts. This program allows you to search for specific characters and insert them into your document.

If you're looking for step-by-step instructions on how to use OpenType in CorelDRAW, click here to view written instructions. Alternatively, watch this video tutorial that provides a comprehensive overview of the process.

Some programs, such as Adobe Illustrator and InDesign (CS versions), Quark Xpress 7.0 (and above), and CorelDRAW X6 (and above), offer OpenType and Glyphs palettes that can be accessed from within the program. To learn more about using these palettes in Adobe Illustrator and InDesign, click here to download an instructional PDF.

With the font glyph character viewer, you can unlock the full potential of your fonts and take your designs to the next level. Whether you're a seasoned designer or just starting out, this feature provides a powerful tool for creating unique and eye-catching typography.

Font glyph character viewer