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What is Adobe® Font Folio® Education Essentials?

Adobe Font Folio Education Essentials software is an OpenType® font collection for teaching and learning about fine typography. Enrich your curriculum or enhance creative projects with 500 elegant and trusted fonts. The collection has been assembled in collaboration with AIGA, the professional association for design, specifically to provide depth, breadth, and value for higher education.
For educators, Font Folio Education Essentials helps take the guesswork out of creating engaging, instructive lessons with fonts you know will work.
For students, completing projects with the right fonts is easier and more affordable, helping you generate professional-quality print projects, websites, interactive experiences, and mobile content.

What are the key features of Adobe Font Folio Education Essentials?

Features of the collection include:

500 essential fonts for teaching the principles of typography
Fonts chosen for education in collaboration with AIGA and leading graphic design educators
A full collection that has depth, breadth, contrast, and historical variety
OpenType format with enhanced linguistic support, advanced typographic features, expanded character sets, and true cross-platform compatibility
Affordable pricing that helps eliminate cost barriers and encourages the legal use of fonts
Adobe Font Folio Education Essentials Reference Guide showcasing these fonts
"Type + Motion" video feature that showcases creative examples of type used in movie titles, DVD menus, motion effects, and more
OpenType video tour that provides a guide to understanding the OpenType format and features

Who should use Adobe Font Folio Education Essentials?

Both educators and students can benefit from this font collection.
Educators can create a rich educational experience without wasting time searching for fonts. With the involvement of AIGA educators, you know you're getting quality families chosen for instructional value. Varying x-heights, counterspaces, and proportions are featured in this collection along with historical contrast for teaching the evolution of typography.
Students can complete projects with easy and affordable access to the right variety of fonts. Build your library with full families of classic and creative OpenType fonts that work. With a solid foundation in typography, you can generate professional-quality print materials, websites, interactive experiences, and mobile content.

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

How much does Font Folio Education Essentials cost?: The estimated street price for Font Folio Education Essentials is US$149.
Can I download Font Folio Education Essentials?: Yes. You can choose to download the fonts or have the product shipped to you. Visit the Adobe Store for details.
Is Font Folio Education Essentials available for both Mac OS and Windows®?: The collection is made up entirely of OpenType fonts, which are platform independent, so you can install the collection on either platform with one purchase. Find out more about system requirements.
In what languages is Font Folio Education Essentials available?: Font Folio Education Essentials is available in English only.
What are my licensing options for volume purchase?: Adobe provides flexible volume software licensing plans through Adobe Open Options, which is offered through Adobe License Centers and resellers. Read about volume licensing for educational institutions.
Is there an upgrade price?: No, Adobe Font Folio Education Essentials is a new product offered as one comprehensive collection.

SUPPORT INFORMATION

What if I have problems installing my fonts?: Visit the support pages to troubleshoot font issues. You can quickly view top issues or search the type Knowledgebase for in-depth font information and installation help.
How do I learn from other users about issues I'm having with fonts?: Adobe has a forum specifically for font discussions that cover OpenType font development and type topics for both Mac OS and Windows.
What if my students and I need help on an ongoing basis?: Adobe offers a variety of support plans for Font Folio and other type products.
Where can I find more information about font licensing?: Read the FAQ about font licensing.

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