How to install TrueType fonts in Windows

TrueType TTF Fonts are commonly used in Windows and MAC operating systems. TrueType barcode fonts may be used in other operating systems if installation information is provided by the OS vendor.

To install the TrueType font in Windows:

Windows 95 to Windows XP:

1. Click on Start, Select, Settings and click on Control Panel.
2. Click on Fonts, click on File in the main tool bar and select Install New Font.
3. Select the folder where the font is located.
4. The fonts will appear; select the desired font that is titled TrueType and click on OK.
5. Click Start and choose restart the computer.
6. The application using the font needs to be restarted; some applications require the entire computer to be restarted.

Windows Vista, Windows 7 and greater:

1. Right click on the TTF font and choose install.
2. The application using the font needs to be restarted; some applications require the entire computer to be restarted.

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