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Upgraded Features in FontLab 8.3 FontLab 8.3, the latest update, introduces over 400 improvements, making it the most user-friendly and efficient version yet. Key new features include a dark UI theme, adjustable Stroke and Brush sketching, non-destructive transformations with Delta, and revamped color and gradients. The software also boasts enhanced support for .glyphs 3, FontForge, COLRv1, and Python 3, making it a versatile and modern solution for all your font design needs. FontLab 8.3 Improvements With FontLab 8.3 you can now enjoy a dark or refined light interface theme, an infinite scrollable panel dock for better navigation, and up to 8× improved performance. Enhanced drawing tools like the Power Stroke, Thickness tool, and new Pen and Rapid toolbox sub-tools make creating calligraphic letterforms and complex shapes more intuitive. Editing is streamlined with slanted selections, hands-free Power Nudge, and precision tools for adjusting curve tension and aligning points. The update also introduces advanced measurement tools, improved snapping features, and TrueType Hinting for precise design work. Other notable updates include the ability to build and assemble fonts with new components and filters, and offers powerful metrics and kerning adjustments for various scripts. It includes tools for quickly making variable fonts, refining glyph compatibility, and performing complex, non-destructive contour transformations. The software now supports color fonts with gradients and solid colors, better OpenType export options, and batch-export capabilities across multiple formats. With Python 3 scripting and seamless integration with other font editing apps, the update ensures comprehensive support for modern font design workflows, including the latest Unicode 15 standard. To learn more visit www.fontlab.com. By MacDirectory. Image courtesy ofFontLab