In this article, you will learn
- which prerequisites are required for this Fixup, and
- how to apply this Fixup.
1. Introduction
The Fixup Convert Fonts to Outlines is available in the Workflow. The purpose of this Fixup is to convert fonts within the print file into Outlines.
2. General
The Fixup Convert Fonts to Outlines can be used to convert embedded fonts into outlines. This can prevent any faulty productions of fonts in the RIP process. Please note, however, that texts with low-resolution printing systems (less than 600 dpi) may appear somewhat thicker in the output.
You can find this Fixup on the tab Data Preparation of an Article, Order or Production Job by:
- entering the name of the Fixup in the area Filter,
- activating the option Font in the area Category,
- activating the option Convert in the area Action,
- activating the option Shape in the area Property.
3. Description
This Fixup can be used to convert fonts to outlines. Please note that only embedded fonts can be converted to Outline. Missing glyphs cannot be converted.
3.1. Prerequisites and Functionality
For the Fixup to perform as intended, the following requirements must be met:
- The file contains glyphs with an embedded font.
Figure 1: The dialog of the Fixup Convert Fonts to Outlines
No further options can be selected.
3.2. Before/After
To experiment with this function, refer to the sample file "Sample_Convert Fonts to Outlines.pdf". The file contains the font Helvetica Neue with the font weights Condensed Bold and Regular. The font is embedded and is to be converted to outlines.
After applying the Fixup , the file "Sample_Convert Fonts to Outlines_End.pdf" is created. The font has been converted to outlines. Visually, there is hardly any difference.
Figure 2: Left: Original file; Right: Edited file in which the font was converted to outlines
Article update: Workflow 1.20.1 – 04/2025