Question 1

How do I use Inkwell with a custom font URL instead of Google Fonts?

Accepted Answer

Inkwell supports custom URLs by specifying the font family and variant in the Font struct. The documentation mentions custom resources, but for exact implementation, check the full API docs for details on configuring custom paths.

Question 2

Inkwell vs manually bundling fonts in Xcode: which is better?

Accepted Answer

Inkwell is better for dynamic updates and reducing bundle size, but manual bundling ensures fonts are always available offline and avoids network dependencies. Choose based on whether your app needs flexibility or reliability.

Question 3

Does Inkwell cache downloaded fonts for offline use?

Accepted Answer

The README doesn't explicitly mention caching, so it likely relies on system-level caching or may re-download fonts. For reliable offline use, you might need to implement custom caching or verify with the documentation.

Question 4

How to handle errors when a font fails to load in Inkwell?

Accepted Answer

Error handling isn't detailed in the README; the completion handler returns a UIFont, so you should check for nil or use fallback fonts in the block. It's advisable to add robust error handling in your app logic.

Question 5

Is Inkwell compatible with SwiftUI, or is it only for UIKit?

Accepted Answer

Inkwell provides UIFont objects, so it can be used with SwiftUI by converting to Font types, but the library is primarily designed for UIKit. No native SwiftUI support is mentioned in the README.

Question 6

What are the licensing implications of using Google Fonts with Inkwell?

Accepted Answer

Google Fonts are generally free and open-source, but you must comply with their licensing terms. Inkwell facilitates access, but you're responsible for ensuring proper attribution and usage rights in your app.

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