12.30.2008 11:44 AM

Introducing the Ecofont

Make a resolution to use less ink this year — this font makes it easy.

Comments

Remember this font next time you hit "print."

Photo: Courtesy of Spranq

By Gloria Dawson

The Dutch creative communications company Spranq has created a font that can cut the use of ink by about 20%, according to its website.

The type style, Ecofont, has little holes in the letters and, according to the website, was inspired by "Dutch holey cheese." It's based on the Vera Sans font.

The font is to be used for everyday printing such as directions or quick printouts at the office. Ecofont is not to be used in large font sizes, but at size 9 or 10 the holes are barely visible and the style is usable.

Spranq is determined to make Ecofont accessible to all by offering a free download on its site, along with various instructions on usage. Remember it the next time you hit "print."

COMMENTS ()