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FontBase
Fast font manager for designers on Mac, Windows and Linux.
Built with love by Shushant Lakhyani. Building bestproductivityresources.com
What is FontBase?
FontBase is a font manager made by designers for designers. It lets you organise, preview and activate fonts without installing them all into your system, and gives quick access to Google Fonts. The core app is free, with an optional paid Awesome subscription for extra features.
Pros
- Fast and beautifully simple
- Activate fonts without installing them
- Free core app
Cons
- Some features need the paid Awesome plan
- Desktop only
Who should use FontBase
Designers who work with lots of fonts and want them organised.
Who may not need it
People who use only a handful of system fonts.
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