Did anyone see this little goodie in the August issue of O Magazine?
Turns out, simply switching your default font will save you money in printer ink.
Using Century Gothic instead of Arial, for example, will save you up to 30% in ink cartridges over time. This makes good sense if you notice the thickness of the letters in Arial vs Century Gothic.
Given that I think that printer cartridges are one of the most annoying necessities of the modern world, I love this money-saving tip.
I was further heartened by the news that my signature font, Calibri, is also a money saver. Score!
By the way, it’s normal to have a signature font, right?
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Good to know! By the by, Calibri is my ‘at work’ signature font all the way. Right there with you.
Thx for the tip! I’m always happy when I see a new PLL post in Google Reader.
A signature font is not only normal, but essential, surely?
Definitely normal. Mine tends to change monthly, although I’m currently in lust with Perpetua Titling MT.
I have been using Century Gothic for anything written that I give to my first grade class because it has the lowercase “a” the way that they write it with a circle and a line instead of the “a” that looks like an upside down g. It causes way less confusion.
I am writing to “check font” on my to do list now! Thanks for the tip!
Whoa, I didn’t know that. I use Calibri for everything at work, I like how it looks – plus Arial is boring anyway. I think I’m a font snob.
I’m also a huge fan of Calibri. I think it’s now the default font in newer versions of Word. In addition to using more ink, Arial is SO boring!
i love calibri, too! i find typing in the ‘new’ word much more fun
i also have a soft spot for lucida sans.
nothin’ wrong with a signature font in my book!
also, the only thing worse than arial is TIMES NEW ROMAN.
omg, ugghghgh. reminds me of term papers in the ’90s!
Thanks for such a great tip!
Great tip! Thank you!
no way! love this (as i feel like i’m ALWAYS changing my ink cartridges). thanks!!
Do you have a Macbook? I don’t see the Century Gothic font on the list. Any idea how to get it?
I have a new macbook pro with word 2008 on it and I have century gothic. Not sure how to get new fonts, but i know there are several websites out there that you can buy fonts from. I would do a google search for fonts or check out microsoft’s website and see if you can download it from them.
oh yeah, did the article mention anything about times new roman? That is the default font for most documents for schools and the government.
I have to write tons of papers for school so saving on ink is a must!!! Thanks for the great tips! Lately I’ve been using eco font (http://www.ecofont.com/en/products/green/printing/sustainable-printing-using-ecofont-software.html) there is a free download on the bottom of the left column. It has little holes in the letters to save on ink!?! Love your blog, thanks again
Great tip! And everyone should have a signature font!
I just found your blog, and I’m loving it. Thanks!
You can also save ink and time by using the print option under ” file”. Select properties, print quality, fast draft. I can’t tell the difference in the quality of print.
I TOTALLY have a signature font! And I lucked out because it’s Century Gothic =) Thanks for the tip!
How can you write such a beautiful article with such consummate ease.