Windows 10: Using fonts supplied with Windows - in particular for this case SimSun Font

Hi there According to the font distribution FAQ page, it states: "Unless you are using an application that is specifically licensed for home, student, or non-commercial use, we do not restrict you from selling the things you print and make using the Windows-supplied fonts."The confusion i find is that it goes on to mention some fonts however need individual licensing from their copyright holders - what I cannot find is a list of which fonts can be used and which require separate licensing.I have found the copyright holder for the SimSun font, and sent a mail, but have had no response in nearl

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SimSun font use

Hi there

I am looking to clarify the use of a Windows ttf font, SimSun.

Font is available on Cloud fonts, and supplied in versions of windows and available forOffice apps -

What are the restrictions for using this font in a non windows application - ie InDesign, 3B2 etc, for sub-setting in, and producing commercial products - these products would be for print and distribution through commercial sales, and also for use within electronic products hosted online, ebooks etc.

The business using the font has 1000's of Office 365 registered users/accounts.

I cannot find clear information as to the legality or restrictions of using this font - can anyone give me some clear info please?

Many thanks

Noel

 

Fonts

Hello,

I found these steps in this forum from back in 2010:

Step 1:

I would suggest you to try these steps and check whether it helps in fixing your issue.

Open font settings by clicking on start, click on control panel, and then click on appearance and personalization, under fonts click on change font settings. And select the font size.

Step 2:

If you’re trying to change windows font size then please follow the steps below:

To change Windows fonts

1. Open Appearance Settings by clicking the Start button and then clicking Control Panel. In the search box, type window color, and then click Change window colors and
metrics.

2. In the Item list, click the part of Windows that you want to change the font for. For example, if you want to change the menu font, click Menu in the list. Then, make any of the following changes:

· In the Font list, click the font that you want to use.

· In the Size list, click the font size that you want.

· In the Color list, click the font color that you want.

3. Repeat these steps for each item that you want to make changes to, and then click OK.

Does that help?

 

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.