Windows 10: Unable to install fonts - Invalid font file

I just did a fresh install of windows 10 pro yesterday. I finished installing everything, steam, AV software, etc.

I tried to play visual novel or install a font for a steam skin and I keep getting an invalid font file. When I create a new user, I can install fonts but here is the catch. If I log off and log back into that new user, I can no longer install fonts. Get the same error I am having now.





I had this issue before I wiped but I can't for the life of me figure out what is causing it. I have tried all sorts of guides, which most point to Windows Firewall not running but mine is running.

I have also tried to convert the font files and install them, same issue. I really don't want to wipe again, I have a ton of data to move.

:)

 

Installing new fonts not possible?

Just doubleclick the font file? Or drag it to the font window.

 

FONTS

Hi,

Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community.

I understand your inconvenience. We will assist you with it.

I suggest you to follow the instruction provided below and check.

Step 1:

• Download the font type you want to install.
• Right click and click on install.
• Check if you are able to view the fonts in documents.

Or

Step 2:

• Download the font type you want to install.
• Open Control Panel.
• Click on fonts.
• Now, drag and drop the downloaded fonts in the font’s folder.

Hope this information helps. If you have any queries, let us know. Will be happy to assist you.

Thank you.

 

Fonts installed but not displaying

Hello Kirsty,

Problem using the newly installed fonts has a lot of causes. One example is the font was not installed properly. To isolate the issue, can you answer the below questions:

• Are you getting any error messages?
• If yes, can you include a
  screenshot?
• Have you tried dragging the Futura LT font to the Font File folder? (Go to Fonts (Control Panel) and drop the Futura LT font)
• Have you installed the Font before? If yes, try the below steps

• Go to C:\Windows\Fonts using File Explorer.
• Find the font file and open it to preview the font.
  
• In the preview window click Install on the top right corner and you’ll reinstall the font manually.

We are eager on getting this resolved for you, we will wait for your feedback.