Question 1

How do I fix the fontPath error in Android Studio?

Accepted Answer

Add tools:ignore='MissingPrefix' to the View or parent ViewGroup in your XML, and include the tools namespace xmlns:tools='http://schemas.android.com/tools'. This is a known IDE issue mentioned in the README.

Question 2

Calligraphy vs Android's native font handling: which should I use?

Accepted Answer

Calligraphy simplifies font usage in XML for older Android versions, but with Android's built-in font features in API 26+, using fontFamily might suffice. For new projects, consider native options or migrate to Calligraphy 3 due to deprecation.

Question 3

How to migrate from Calligraphy to Calligraphy 3?

Accepted Answer

Check the InflationX/Calligraphy repository for migration guides. Since this version is deprecated, update your dependencies and follow the new setup instructions to ensure compatibility and ongoing support.

Question 4

Can Calligraphy be used with RecyclerView or lists?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Calligraphy works with any TextView, including those in RecyclerView. Ensure the hosting Activity's context is wrapped with CalligraphyContextWrapper, but note that performance might vary in dynamic lists.

Question 5

How to apply multiple fonts in one TextView with Calligraphy?

Accepted Answer

Use SpannableStringBuilder with CalligraphyTypefaceSpan, as shown in the README. Create spans for different text segments and apply typefaces dynamically, but this requires manual code for each instance.

Question 6

Is Calligraphy compatible with Data Binding or MVVM patterns?

Accepted Answer

It can be used with Data Binding by setting fontPath in XML, but given its deprecated status and potential conflicts, consider alternatives or ensure proper context wrapping in ViewModels or activities.

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