Burn Till Dead Studio

When you download or purchase a font, you might have noticed two common file formats: OTF and TTF. But what do these terms actually mean? Are they important for your design projects? In this blog, we’ll explore the key differences between OTF and TTF, and help you decide which one suits your needs

Handwritten fonts especially the messy, imperfect ones are taking over the design world. From social media graphics to product packaging, these fonts add a personal, human touch that clean, digital typefaces often lack. But why are they so popular right now? And how can you use them effectively in your projects? In this article, we’ll

If you’re new to design, you might wonder: how exactly is font size measured? Choosing the right font size is not only about making text look good, but also about ensuring readability, consistency, and user experience. In this article, we’ll explain in simple terms how font size works, the different measurement units, and

Have you ever seen a cool font on a poster, website, or social media and wondered what it’s called? You’re not alone! Many designers and beginners often struggle to find the right font just from an image. Luckily, today there are simple and free ways to help you recognize fonts from any picture.

For decades, Times New Roman has been the go-to font for formal documents, academic papers, and professional reports. But if you’ve recently opened Microsoft Word or Google Docs, you might’ve noticed something different. So, what font is replacing Times New Roman? Meet the New Default: Calibri (And Now, Aptos) In 2007, Calibri replaced

Looking to design for senior users? This simple guide breaks down the best font sizes and typography tips to make your content more readable and accessible for older adults. Whether you're designing a website, app, or printed material, these easy adjustments can make a big difference.

Struggling to access alternate characters in Affinity Designer? This quick guide — based on official Affinity documentation — will help you unlock OpenType features like stylistic alternates, swashes, and ligatures using the Character Panel.

Still calling everything a font? Learn the key differences between font, typeface, lettering, and typography in this quick and easy guide—perfect for beginner designers and creatives!

Fonts with glyphs like alternate characters, swashes, or ligatures can add a stylish and artistic touch to your design. But what if you’re not using Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop? Good news: even if you’re a Canva user, you can still access and use beautiful glyphs in your designs. In this guide, we’ll walk

At Burntilldead, we always aim to provide high-quality fonts not only with aesthetic and unique designs, but also by including alternates and ligatures in almost every typeface we release. If you love exploring creative design using unique fonts, you’ve probably heard of alternates and ligatures. These two features can instantly make your text