How many of you use the set of default fonts that come with the software and never change? Well why don't you try out some new fonts from a free font site called
dafont.com. Once you go to the site, enter a description of the font you're going for in the search box in the upper right corner. For example, if you're looking for a "grunge" font, then put the word grunge in the search box and click the button. Once the list of candidate fonts come up, you can actually enter a sample of your text in the "custom preview" box and the dafont site will show you your custom text in the various fonts so you can see your text in context and choose the right font for your project. I have used this site for years and have greatly expanded my font library.
Here is how to install the font for a few of the main operating systems. I would make sure you close all software applications before installing new fonts so that they will be sure to show up after you install them.
Windows 7/Vista: Right-click on the font files > "Install"
Windows XP: Put the font files into C:\Windows\Fonts
Mac OS X: Double-click the font file > "Install font" button. Other OS...
What other free font sources have you guys found?
