fnt
A command-line font manager for macOS and Linux that installs fonts from Debian and Google repositories.
What is fnt?
fnt is a command-line font manager for macOS and Linux that provides an apt-like interface to install and manage fonts from repositories. It addresses the gap in easily accessing the latest fonts by pulling from Debian sid and Google Fonts, offering over 2,000 fonts without relying on external package managers. The tool enables users to update, search, preview, install, and list fonts directly from the terminal.
Developers and system administrators on macOS or Linux who prefer terminal-based workflows and need to manage fonts without graphical interfaces. It is particularly useful for users on Debian stable or non-Debian-based distributions who want access to the latest fonts.
Developers choose fnt for its minimalist, Unix-like philosophy that does one thing well: managing fonts efficiently via CLI. Its unique selling points include privacy-focused self-hosting of Google Fonts to avoid tracking, cross-platform support, and integration with repositories like Debian sid and Google Fonts for a vast font selection.
Overview
apt for fonts, the missing font manager for macOS/linux
Use Cases
Best For
- Managing fonts on Debian stable systems to access the latest fonts from Debian sid without waiting for backports.
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