How to open a .ttf file
Quick, free ways to open TTF on any system.
A .ttf file is a TrueType Font. If double-clicking does nothing, your computer simply does not have an app that reads TTF yet. Here is how to fix that on each operating system, using free software wherever possible.
Open a .ttf file step by step
- Confirm the file really is a .ttf. Drop it into the WhatFileType file identifier, which reads its signature without uploading anything.
- On Windows, open it with Windows Font Viewer (double-click) or FontForge.
- On Mac, use Font Book or FontForge.
- On Linux, try Font viewer or FontForge.
- Still stuck? Convert the .ttf to OTF, which opens more widely.
Best apps to open .ttf files
Windows
- Windows Font Viewer (double-click)
- FontForge
macOS
- Font Book
- FontForge
Linux
- Font viewer
- FontForge
Web
- Used via @font-face, prefer WOFF2
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Before you open it: Generally safe to install, but fonts are parsed by the system and rare exploits have targeted font engines. Install fonts from reputable sources.
Frequently asked questions
Why can't I open my .ttf file?
Almost always because no installed app understands TTF. Install one of the apps above, or convert the file to a format your existing software already reads.
How do I install a TTF font?
Double-click the file and choose Install, or drag it into your system's font folder. On Mac, use Font Book.