Most word processors, including Microsoft Word, offer users the flexibility to select the typography or font style for their documents. While these word processors come with a default set of fonts installed, many individuals prefer to use custom fonts to add a unique touch to their documents. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the process of downloading and installing custom fonts on your computer and using them in Microsoft Word.
Download and Install Custom Fonts on Your PC
- Visit the Google Fonts website by following this link: Google Fonts.
- Browse the extensive collection of fonts available on the Google Fonts website. You can preview each font and find the one that best complements your document’s style.
- Once you’ve chosen a font, click on it to access more details. In the upper right corner of the window, you will find a “Download Family” button. Click this button to download the font in all its variants.
- The downloaded font will be in a .ZIP file format. Use your preferred file compression software to extract the font files. Typically, the fonts are provided in TTF (TrueType Font) format.
- After extraction, double-click on the font file. This will initiate the font installation process on your PC.
- A new window will open, displaying various samples of the font you’ve just downloaded. This serves as a preview of the font you’re about to integrate into your Windows computer.
- In the upper left corner of this window, you will find an “Install” button. Simply click on it to add the new font to your operating system’s font library.
You can repeat this process as many times as needed to install fonts from Google Fonts or any other font website, such as Dafonts.
Using Downloaded Fonts from Google Fonts in Microsoft Word
Once you’ve successfully installed the font on your computer, you can start using it in Microsoft Word. Here’s how to access and apply your newly downloaded font:
- Open Microsoft Word and create a new document or open an existing one.
- In the “Home” tab, locate the drop-down list that displays all the available fonts. Scroll through the list to find the font you just installed (e.g., “RobotoBlack” in our example).
- Select the newly installed font. You can now start typing within your document, and the text will appear in the custom font you downloaded and installed from Google Fonts.
By following these steps, you can easily enhance your documents and add a personal touch by using custom fonts in Microsoft Word.
