Downloading fonts and using them in your design with CSS

Okay, we have seen how to change the text and apply different fonts in our design, but we have mainly focused on the fonts already installed on the user's computer, such as Arial and Times New Roman. What if we want to use a font in our design that we know is not installed on the end-user's computer?

CSS provides a feature where we can deliver that font along with our web page. By downloading a font from websites that offer free fonts, such as Dafont.com, we can then use CSS to load the font at runtime. This involves using the @font-face rule in CSS to specify the font family and provide the location of the font file.

Here's a quick guide on how to download a font and use it in your design with CSS:

Search for free fonts on websites like Dafont.com or 1001 Free Fonts.
Download the font file (usually in a zip format).
Extract the font file and place it in the same location as your web pages.
Rename the font file for easier reference.
Use the @font-face rule in your CSS to specify the font family and the source of the font file.
Apply the custom font to your elements in CSS.

By following these steps, you can easily incorporate custom fonts into your web design to create a unique and personalized look.

Keywords

Downloading fonts, CSS, @font-face rule, custom fonts, web design, Dafont.com

FAQ

Can I use any font I download in my web design? Not all fonts are free for commercial use, so make sure to check the license of the font before using it in your design.
Do I need to host the font file on my server to use it with CSS? Yes, you will need to host the font file along with your web pages to ensure it is loaded correctly by the browser.
Are there specific file formats required for the font to work with CSS? Common font file formats like .ttf, .otf, and .woff are widely supported and can be used with the @font-face rule in CSS.