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TTF vs WOFF2: Which Should You Use?
Same glyphs, a completely different job. Here's the direct comparison for the two formats people mix up most.
| TTF | WOFF2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | None | Brotli |
| Typical size vs. TTF | 100% | about 30% |
| Designed for | Desktop OS and apps | Web delivery |
| Browser @font-face support | Works, but wasteful | 97%+ of browsers |
| Works in design software | Yes | No |
When to use TTF
Stick with TTF for desktop apps, design tools, and anywhere the operating system, not a browser, is doing the rendering.
When to use WOFF2
Reach for WOFF2 any time a font loads through CSS @font-face on a live site. Smaller downloads mean faster text.
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