I’ve read the tutorials on hinting, but I’m a bit confused. My font is very geometric, with consistent stem widths. It will have 6 static weights, but only 2 are actually made (Bold and ExtraLight).
It’s going to have several different outputs:
Output 1: TrueType with old style kerning for PowerPoint - in 6 weights
Output 2: Variable TrueType/OpenType for use in inDesign
Output 3: Webfonts
I understand that TTF autohinting on export isn’t compatible with variable fonts, so I think I have to do manual TTF hints.
I’m confused about hinting the main master only, and not both. How can this be?
The 2 weights have very different stem widths, the x-height is slightly different, and the overall width of letters is different. If we only get hinting from one master, how can this work?
Question 2:
If I’ve set up TTF zones, should I add hints to each glyph, or is that necessary?
I’m in Glyphs 3.2 (3180). Screen caps are attached.
I should also say how much I love Glyphs. It’s crazy fun to work in, and I’m enjoying learning new things with it.
Many thanks!
