MonoLisa version 3 – now with MonoLisa Text family
14 hours ago
- #typography
- #software-development
- #font-release
- MonoLisa version 3 introduces the new MonoLisa Text family, expanding its use beyond programming to design tasks.
- Previous versions: Version 1 (2020) offered a sharp monospaced font for developers; Version 2 (2022) added variable weight and a customization tool.
- Version 3 enhances legibility with more distinct characters, beneficial for dyslexic users and accessibility.
- New adjustable ligature behavior separates liga and calt features, moving specific ligatures to customizable character variants (cv).
- A new grade axis (GRAD) allows subtle weight adjustments without affecting line breaks, useful for design contexts.
- Other updates include reorganized stylistic sets, new characters (e.g., seven with stroke, plain zero), and extended language support.
- The website has been redesigned to showcase new features, and plans are refreshed to Trial, Developer, and Creator options.
- Upgrade policy offers free upgrades for recent Complete buyers and discounts based on version proximity, with version 2 customization sunsetting.