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How to Fix Font Bugs in Windows 10/11
Give a try to these quick methods right away
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Updated onMarch 15, 2024
updated onMarch 15, 2024
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Windows 10is a great operating system, yet from time to time there will be bugs here and there. Some of these bugs are just annoying, while others are more severe. Today, we’re going to explain to you how to fix font bugs in Windows 10.
What kind of Windows 10 font bug issues can I encounter?
Font bugs can be rather annoying, and speaking of font bugs and Windows 10, many users reported the following problems:
How can I fix font bugs in Windows 10?
1. Check your language settings
This isn’t the best solution, but it might help if English is not set as your predefined language, so it’s worth checking out.
2. Reinstall the font
If you have upgraded to Windows 10 from Windows 7, it might happen that your font wasn’t installed properly so you need to reinstall it manually.
If this sounds complicated, don’t worry, it’s simpler than it sounds. To do this:
You can also install the missing font using theCommand Prompt. This method is intended for advanced users, but it’s also faster than the previous method. To install the missing font, just do the following:
Keep in mind that you need to repeat these methods for all missing fonts.
As you can see, this method is useful if you’re missing just one or two fonts, but if you’re missing more fonts, you might want to try a different method.
3. Disable scaling on high DPI settings
Sometimes, font bugs are caused by high DPI displays, so the solution is to disable high DPI settings. Do the following:
Save the changes and restart your application to see if the problems were fixed.
We have to warn you that this solution might cause your fonts in the application to be smaller, so you might have to adjust their size manually.
Also, if several applications are giving you problems, you need to repeat this step for each one of them.
4. Modify your registry
If you’re having font bugs onWindows 10, the issue might be caused by your registry. Sometimes certain problems can appear if your registry values aren’t correct, and in order to fix that, you need to change them manually.
To do that, follow these steps:
After doing that, the problem with fonts should be completely resolved. It’s worth mentioning that using this method might cause a slower boot, so don’t be surprised if your PC is booting slower than usual.
In case you need an easier method that doesn’t require technical knowledge, there isall-in-one repair software with Registry technologyto help you fix the issue with Windows 10 font bugs.
5. Remove the problematic update
If you’re having font bugs on your PC, the problem might be related to a specific update. Sometimes an update can cause this problem to appear, and the only way to fix it is to find and remove the problematic update.
This is relatively simple, and you can do it by following these steps:
Once you remove the update, check whether the issue is still there. It’s worth mentioning thatWindows 10will automatically install the missing updates causing the problem to reoccur.
To prevent this update from installing, be sure to check our guide onhow to block automatic Windows updatesfor detailed instructions.
6. Use the FontReg tool to register your fonts
Several users reported that they fixed font bugs onWindows 10by using theFontRegtool.
This is a freeware application that allows you to install missing fonts on your PC. The application is simple to use, and after using it, the font problems should be completely resolved.
7. Delete FNTCACHE.DAT file
Font bugs can be rather annoying, but users found a useful workaround that you might want to try. According to them, you can fix this problem simply by deleting theFNTCACHE.DATfile.
To do that, just go toC:WindowsSystem32directory and locateFNTCACHE.DAT. Delete that file, and restart your PC and the problem should be resolved.
Keep in mind that this is just a workaround, so you’ll need to repeat it every time before you turn off or restart your PC.
8. Rebuild the font cache
Sometimes, font bugs can appear due to font cache corruption. To fix that, you need to delete temporary files in order to rebuild your cache. This is rather simple and you can do it by following these steps:
After deleting these files, the issue should be resolved, and your fonts should start working again. Font bugs can be rather annoying, but you should be able to fix them using one of our solutions.
If you have any other Windows 10-related issues, you can check for the solution in ourWindows 10 Fixsection.
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Ivan Jenic
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Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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