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Are variable fonts supposed to have a smaller file size? The examples I've looked at have been bigger than including all the variations you'd expect to use of t
by seanwilson 6y ago
Are variable fonts supposed to have a smaller file size? The examples I've looked at have been bigger than including all the variations you'd expect to use of the non-variable version. Are there examples of a significant file size saving?
Generally with web design, you want to stick to a small number of font weights anyway so if the file size isn't smaller, what's the core motivation?
- rememberlenny 6y agoIt depends. The font rendering process is based around "masters" which can vary in count. One font could have one master for all the weights, or multiple masters - for the bold/normal/light. Depending on the master count, the size can differ. The key thing also is the number of web requests. This is not a trivial detail. One variable font can be less web requests.
- seanwilson 6y ago> The key thing also is the number of web requests. This is not a trivial detail. One variable font can be less web requests. Is the number of web requests a factor if you're using HTTP/2 though?