OPTINewsGothicLight Regular

Font Name	OPTINewsGothicLight
Style	Regular
Category	Sans Serif
Designer	Morris Fuller Benton (Original), Castcraft Software (Digital)
Copyright	1.2, Copyright Copr. Castcraft Software, Inc. 1990-1991.
License	Free for Personal Use
Total Character	202
Recommended Line Height	1.44
Ascent	1194
Descent	242
Units Per em	1000
Total Vertical Range	1436
Max Advance Width	1036
Max Advance Height	N/A
Underline Position	-115
Similar Fonts	News Gothic, Franklin Gothic, Trade Gothic, Benton Sans

OPTINewsGothicLight Regular Font Details : Font Free Download

OPTINewsGothicLight Regular is a digital revival of the iconic News Gothic typeface, which was originally designed by the prolific Morris Fuller Benton for the American Type Founders in 1908. This specific iteration captures the clean, industrial essence of early 20th-century American sans-serifs. The light weight of this variant offers a delicate balance of clarity and sophistication, making it an excellent choice for designs that require a professional yet approachable aesthetic.

Released as part of the Castcraft Software library, the OPTI version preserves the distinctive geometric leanings and condensed structure that made the original News Gothic a staple in newspapers and advertising. Its versatile nature allows it to excel in minimalist layouts, where its utilitarian origins translate into a timeless, modern appeal. It is particularly effective in environments where space is at a premium but readability cannot be sacrificed.