Convert TIFF to TTF

Understanding TIFF and TTF file formats

TIFF (Tagged Image File Format) is a widely used format for storing raster graphics images, popular among graphic artists, the publishing industry, and photographers. It supports lossless compression, making it ideal for high-quality images.

TTF (TrueType Font) is a font file format developed by Apple and Microsoft in the late 1980s. It is used to store font data, including glyphs and their outlines, and is widely supported across different operating systems.

Converting TIFF to TTF

Converting a TIFF image to a TTF font file is not a straightforward process, as these formats serve different purposes. However, if you need to create a font from an image, you can use specialized software to trace the image and generate a font file.

Best software for TIFF to TTF conversion

One of the best tools for converting images to font files is FontForge. This open-source font editor allows you to import images and create custom fonts. Here’s how you can use it:

• Open FontForge and create a new font project.
• Use the File → Import option to import your TIFF image.
• Trace the image to create vector outlines for each glyph.
• Adjust the outlines as needed to ensure they form a coherent font.
• Once satisfied, use File → Generate Fonts to export your project as a TTF file.

Another option is Glyphs, a professional font editor for macOS, which also supports importing images and creating fonts.