Re: [WinMac] Fonts, printers

Jeff Thorstad(thorstadj[at]macconnect.com)
Mon, 25 Jan 1999 10:52:22 -0600

>1) How do I make sure I have the same type foundry's fonts on both mac and
>win to be sure the same page prints the same on both systems?

It really depends on what you mean by "prints the same". If you mean
absolute perfection, it may be difficult. Generally, though, you can pick
fonts that have both Mac and PC versions, or make your own.

>2) If I create a PageMaker page on the Mac to an Apple LaserWriter, then
>move the document to a Win system with an HP LaserJet printer, will my page
>generally print differently because of font differences and printer default
>(margins, headers, footers) differences?

Yes.

>Answers to these questions will open Pandora's font box...

You got that right. I'll shut up now and let the gurus discuss this more.
 :)

Jeff T
thorstadj@macconnect.com

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