PrintMyFonts for Mac

Overview of the tool

PrintMyFonts, developed by Stefan Trost Media, is a free desktop utility for previewing the typefaces installed on your computer. It does not add any fonts of its own; instead, it scans and displays the fonts already available on the system, including those that shipped with the OS and ones you installed from other sources.

Other options to consider

• FontAgent is a comparable program that also focuses on browsing and inspecting fonts.
• iCursor Free is another alternative worth looking at for simple font-related tasks.

Quick start and interface layout

To use the program, follow these basic ideas:

• Use the filter and search controls to narrow the font list (showing system fonts, user-installed fonts, or both).
• The left panel presents a scrollable catalog of every detected font family; select one (or several) to preview.
• On the right side you’ll find controls to replace the default sample with your own text, choose whether to display letters only or include numerals, and apply common styles such as bold or italic.
• After assembling the preview you want, you can either print a paper sample directly or export the preview into common file formats for later use.

Exporting and printing capabilities

PrintMyFonts supports immediate printing of font samples, making it convenient for creating physical reference sheets. It also offers export options so you can save previews as image files, documents, or HTML snippets for use in other programs or for sharing.

Limitations and edge cases

Keep in mind:

• Some fonts — especially unusual or third-party-designed styles — may not render exactly as expected in the preview. Complex or proprietary font features can be ignored or displayed imperfectly.
• The program does not provide font management beyond previewing and exporting; it won't install, uninstall, or edit font files.

Final notes

If you frequently need to compare typefaces or produce quick reference sheets, PrintMyFonts provides a straightforward, no-cost way to inspect installed fonts and generate printed or exported samples with a minimal learning curve.