FM9 does not support helvetica font (any workaround)

[Combs, Richard]

Amita Goyal wrote:
 
> I have a specifc query on FM9. It does not support helvetica font (not
> included in the licensed version of this s/w package).

The fact that Helvetica is not bundled with FM doesn't mean it doesn't _support_ Helvetica. AFAIK, FM supports any standard PostScript, TrueType, or OpenType font properly installed in your Windows OS. 
 
> Can someone install the Helvetica Font for his specific use in  FM9, by
> copying required fonts in the fminit (or fonts/ or any other) directory
> or by any other method.

After purchasing Helvetica, you install it in the same way that you install any font in Windows. Search for "install font" in Windows Help and Support. 

Alternatively, if you don't mind slight differences in appearance and metrics, you can replace Helvetica with Arial. IIRC, default maker.ini file maps Helvetica to Arial in the Unknown to Known Fonts section, so the replacements will become permanent if you turn off Remember Missing Font Names (in File > Preferences > General). 

HTH!

Richard G. Combs
Senior Technical Writer
Polycom, Inc.
richardDOTcombs AT polycomDOTcom
303-223-5111
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