About Fonts In Use
Fonts In Use is an archive of typographic design. It collects examples of type in real work and lets you search them by typeface, format and topic.
What it does
You can browse the archive by subject, such as art, food, music or technology, or by format, such as posters, packaging or web pages. Each typeface has its own page with examples where it has been used. Advanced search combines terms so you can narrow down a specific style or era.
Key features
- Searchable archive of type in real designs
- Browse by subject, format or typeface
- Advanced search with combined terms
- Examples for posters, packaging and web
Who it's for
Fonts In Use suits graphic designers, typography students and researchers who want to see how a typeface has been used. It is also useful for art directors looking for references when they plan a new brand or campaign.
Pricing and good to know
The listing does not state pricing, and the archive is browsed on the web. The site describes itself as an independent archive, and it says it is supported by sponsors. Sign-in is needed to take part in the archive, and the examples show how type is used rather than granting any licence to the typeface.
Highlights
- Search examples of type in real designs
- Browse by subject, format or typeface
- Combine search terms with advanced search
- View examples for posters, packaging and web
