How to Install a Font on Windows

Let’s learn how to install a font on Windows so we can then add it to Word. Installing a font on Windows is the same from Windows 10 all the way back to Windows 7. There are 2 ways to install.

Method 1

Method 2

How to Add Fonts to Word for Mac

Before you can use new Microsoft Word fonts on Mac, you must add them to the app for managing fonts on macOS, the Font Book:

How to Add Fonts to Word Online

If you’re using the Microsoft Word Online app as part of Microsoft 365, you can make use of any font installed on your system. Just type the name of the font file minus the extension into the Font Options box. When you save the document, the font name will appear in the font options box and display properly for any user who has that font installed on their device. Unfortunately, Word Online doesn’t let you embed fonts.

If I Add Fonts in Word, Do They Transfer Over to Excel or PowerPoint?

Yes. Once you add a font to your operating system and ensure that it’s compatible with Word, then you should be able to use it in any MS Office application including Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

How to Add Fonts to Microsoft Word for Android

Unfortunately, adding fonts to the newest version of MS Word for Android is much more difficult than it used to be. Before you begin, you’ll need root access to your device. Lifewire has an in-depth guide explaining how to root any Android device.

How to Add Fonts to Microsoft Word for iOS

To add a font to an iPhone or iPad, you’ll need a font installer app such as AnyFont, which you can download from the App Store.

Download Fonts for Microsoft Word

You can install any font file on any OS. You can find fonts online at Creative Market, Dafont, FontSpace, MyFonts, FontShop, and Awwwards. Some fonts are free while others must be purchased. When you download a font, it typically goes to your system’s Downloads folder unless you specify otherwise.