Can I use the font Calibri in Ubuntu?

Comptronic

The title says it all. Is there a way I can use Calibri in Ubuntu like I do in Windows? For some reason I really like Calibri and use it everywhere, I just wish I could in Ubuntu. Please advise.

RootbeaR

Yes.

"Microsoft’s new ClearType fonts for Vista are great. The fonts include Constantia, Corbel, Calibri, Cambria, Candara and Consolas.
Getting them installed in Ubuntu is a breeze, thanks to a script I found.
To install the Vista ClearType fonts in Ubuntu, you need to install cabextract first. Cabextract is a utility found in the universe repository, so before you run the following command, make sure you have universe enabled in your repository list. Once this is done, install cabextract using:"
Installing Vista Fonts in Ubuntu « Ubuntu Blog

Comptronic

First of all, thank you for the information. I'm not as good at computers as I thought I was. How do I find the universe repository and enable it?

thjeyam

try this article frnd it may help u

How to enable the universe and multiverse repositories in Ubuntu 8.04 (Hardy)*|*Ubuntu Geek

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thjeyam

Installing Vista Fonts in Ubuntu « Ubuntu Blog

sudo apt-get install msttcorefontsalso try this command...

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RootbeaR

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Looks like there is licensing restrictions. Use at your own risk!
Update::

1. Looks like the use of these fonts are restricted to only Microsoft Windows/Vista operating systems according to the terms of the license. I am sorry, but you’ll be installing them at your own risk.
2. Also, please make sure you use the bash shell, or change the first line of the code to #!/bin/bash
3. In retrospect, this was a bad post – I think we’re better off not using stuff folks don’t want us to use – let’s use the better, freer, easier to install fonts.

Installing Vista Fonts in Ubuntu « Ubuntu Blog




I copy and paste commands to ensure I have it correct with spaces and all.

Strider

Yep. those fonts are copyrighted. Use at your own risk!

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Comptronic

Thank you all for your help. I guess I'm going to play it safe and not worry about using Calibri in Ubuntu just yet. Thank you for letting me know about the licensing restrictions.

RootbeaR

Not a problem.
Did you look at the other link for 300+ fonts for Ubuntu?
300+ Easily Installed Free Fonts for Ubuntu « Ubuntu Blog

Comptronic

Yes I did and still didn't see Calibri.