Incorrect Fonts In FontExplorer X
FontExplorer X Default Setup
FontExplorer X is set up by default to include all of the CommLab fonts and also font sets that organize the fonts. When you open FontExplorer X, it should look like the following screen shot:
Incorrect Fonts In FontExplorer X
If for some reason, you do not see the default FontExplorer X font setup when you log in, there is an easy way to fix it.
Here is a screen shot of what your FontExplorer X might look like if the settings were messed up. Notice how the default font sets are missing.
If your FontExplorer X has any of the following symptoms please follow the steps below to fix it.
- You do not have the correct fonts in your library
- There are less than 2000 fonts listed in the Library
- Many fonts show up in red
- Font Sets are missing
How to Fix
- Open a new Finder window, by activating the Finder and choosing File → New Finder Window
- Click on your Home Directory in the sidebar. It should have the same name as your CommLab username.
- Click on Library
- Click on Application Support
- Delete the folder called Linotype
- Log out of the computer and then log back in
- Ensure that you see the default FontExplorer X setup.
If you still do not see the correct fonts or font sets after following these steps, please see consult a Lab Monitor on duty.