Convert CID to PFA
Convert CID fonts to PFA format, edit and optimize fonts online and free.
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The CID (Character Identifier) file extension, developed by Adobe, is used for CID-keyed fonts, which are composite (multibyte) Type 1 fonts designed to support large character sets, particularly for East Asian languages like Chinese, Japanese, and Korean. These fonts address glyphs by number rather than name, allowing for efficient handling of extensive character sets. Introduced to meet the demands of the Far East markets, CID fonts facilitate high-quality digital typesetting and printing by leveraging the PostScript language.
The PFA (Printer Font ASCII) file extension represents a human-readable version of Adobe's Type 1 font, containing glyph data in ASCII format. Introduced by Adobe Systems, PFA files are used primarily in desktop publishing and graphic design to ensure precise font rendering. These files can be opened and edited with any text editor, making them versatile for font customization. Historically, PFA files were essential for PostScript printers, enabling accurate font reproduction. Today, they remain relevant for specific applications requiring detailed font manipulation.
Start uploading a CID font by clicking the Choose File button or drag & dropping your CID file.
Check the file preview quickly and use CID to PFA tools if you need to change the conversion settings.
Let the file convert, then you can download your PFA file right afterward.
To change CID format to PFA, upload your CID file to proceed to the preview page. Use any available tools if you want to edit and manipulate your CID file. Click on the convert button and wait for the convert to complete. Download the converted PFA file afterward.
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cd to CID file location or include path to your input file.