GIMP can indeed use OTF (OpenType Fonts) along with TrueType Fonts (TTF) and various other font formats. This flexibility allows users to utilize a wide range of fonts installed on their operating systems, regardless of whether they are using Windows, Mac OS, or Linux.
OpenType Fonts (OTF) are a font format that was developed jointly by Adobe and Microsoft. They offer several advantages over TrueType Fonts, including support for advanced typography features such as ligatures, swashes, and contextual alternates. OTF fonts can also contain more glyphs and language support compared to TTF fonts.
To use OTF fonts in GIMP, you first need to have the desired OTF font files installed on your computer. Once the fonts are installed, GIMP will automatically detect and make them available for use in its text tool.
To access the font selection in GIMP, simply select the Text tool from the toolbox or press the “T” key on your keyboard. Then, click on the font family dropdown menu in the tool options dialog. This will display a list of all the fonts installed on your system, including both OTF and TTF fonts.
You can scroll through the list to find the specific font you want to use, or you can type the font name directly into the font selection field to quickly locate it. GIMP also provides a preview of each font, allowing you to see how it looks before applying it to your text.
Once you have selected the desired OTF font, you can proceed to type or edit your text using the chosen font. GIMP’s text tool provides various options for formatting and styling your text, such as adjusting the size, color, alignment, and more.
It is worth noting that GIMP uses the fonts installed on your operating system, so if you want to use a particular OTF font in GIMP, make sure it is already installed on your computer. If you need to install new fonts, the process may vary depending on your operating system.
GIMP is fully capable of utilizing OTF fonts, along with TTF fonts and other font formats installed on your system. This flexibility allows users to choose from a vast array of fonts to enhance their designs and creative projects.