File Extension Database

Open TTF File

TTF (TrueType Font) files were originally created by Apple. However, today they are supported and can be opened on both Apple Macintosh and Windows platforms. A TTF file is easy to open and install.

The initial goal of the TTF file extension was to provide a well-defined and reliable font for developers as they could not control the appearance of text in different scenarios. A font with a high level of resolution and excellent definition was required when displayed in a printed document as well as when viewed online. The TTF format has this feature. It works by using a rasterization program that converts fonts to bitmaps when printed or displayed on screen.

TTF files are compatible with most office automation packages, however, to work with them directly in their creation and editing, specialized image processing software is needed such as:

Typical TTF application file locations:

%SystemRoot%\System32\fontview.exe %1

Frequently associated Windows objects:

ttffile

How Can I Open TTF File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open TTF file is to find a TTF file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a TTF file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open TTF file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as TTF file opener then try to search online for "TTF viewer", "application to open TTF file" or "open TTF file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open TTF file

How Can I Open TTF File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a TTF file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a TTF file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with TTF file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as TTF file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open TTF file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open TTF file then try to search for "TTF viewer", "application to open TTF file" or "read TTF file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read TTF file

How Can I Open TTF File on Android

If you downloaded a TTF file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded TTF file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "TTF".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "TTF viewer", "TTF file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open TTF File on iPhone or iPad

To open TTF File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the TTF file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "TTF". This way you can find apps which can open TTF files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "TTF viewer" or "TTF file" online in your favorite search engine.

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