Unicode Font Pros and Cons

From: Maggie Yeung (myeung@adobe.com)
Date: Sun Mar 31 2002 - 01:27:54 EST

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We have developed a Windows software product and it will be
localized into 10 different languages, including several Asian
languages. What's the pro and cons of :

1. Use Unicode font for all languages
2. Use Roman font for Latin1 languages and Unicode font for Asian
languages.

e.g., The pros and cons of using Unicode font for all languages are:

Pros: Easier for internationalization, localization, testing and
installation.

Cons: Not many Unicode fonts available, limited choice, UI may not look as
pleasing as other non-unicode fonts. Also, Unicode font is large, may take
time to load it.

Can someone think of any other issues related to using Unicode font.

Maggie Yeung

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