Newer versions of LaserFiche (9.x and above) include a graphical Font Manager that can import TTF files directly, essentially automating TTF2LFF in the background.
is a specialized command-line utility used to convert TrueType Fonts (.ttf) into the LibreCAD Font Format (.lff) ttf2lff
Before using TTF2LFF on any commercial TrueType font, verify the font’s EULA (End User License Agreement). Many fonts prohibit conversion into proprietary formats or embedding into document management systems without an additional license. Fonts like , Times New Roman , and Courier New (from Microsoft Core Fonts) generally allow embedding, but boutique or paid fonts (e.g., from Adobe Typekit or MyFonts) may not. Newer versions of LaserFiche (9
The solution is to convert your .TTF files into .LFF files using the converter, allowing LaserFiche to render the document accurately. Fonts like , Times New Roman , and
Key proposed improvements for LFF 2.0 include:
Getting ttf2lff can be tricky because it's not distributed as a standard installation package by the LibreCAD project. It's a tool designed for developers and advanced users, and its availability depends on your operating system.