Inter – an open-source, screen-friendly typeface
Inter, designed by Rasmus Andersson, is an open-source font family optimized for interfaces and on-screen text. Key features include:
- High readability: large x-height, open glyphs, and careful spacing make it suitable for small sizes and long text.
- Multiple weights and variable font support: offers weights from 100 to 900 and a variable font for flexible trade-offs between performance and style.
- Rich OpenType features: ligatures, proportional and tabular figures, alternate glyphs, and more; easy to deploy via @font-face or Google Fonts.
Use cases and target users Ideal for UI/UX designers, front-end developers, product teams, content platforms, and any project that needs highly readable on-screen typography. Whether for websites, mobile apps, electronic documents, or code editors, Inter provides clear and consistent visual results.
Main benefits and highlights
- Free and open-source (SIL OFL), suitable for commercial use and customization
- Optimized for small sizes and low-resolution screens to improve reading comfort
- Modern, neutral appearance that integrates well with many visual styles
- Variable font and extensive OpenType features for easy integration and maintenance