Tools to Make You Become a Typography Pro Part Two

3. Type Connection

Type Connection is a game that helps you learn how to pair typefaces. 

Start by choosing a typeface to pair. Like a conventional dating website, Type Connection presents you with potential “dates” for each main character. The game features well-known, workhorse typefaces and portrays each as a character searching for love.

You are the matchmaker. You decide what kind of match to look for by choosing among several strategies for combining typefaces. Along the way, you explore typographic terminology, type history, and more. 

4. WhatTheFont 

We've all looked at a cool piece of design at some point and not been able to work out what fonts are being used.

And while there are a few sites out there that aim to help identify fonts, MyFonts' WhatTheFont has long been our favorite; simply upload an image, highlight the lettering you want to identify, and it'll give you a rundown of its best guesses, then, you can download it! 

5. Typewar 

Being able to identify typefaces on command is one of the best perks of being a designer that also doubles as a neat party trick. Typewar is a fast-paced game that tasks you with identifying common typefaces based on a single sample letterform.

It sounds easy, but you’ll quickly see how easy a typographic curveball can be thrown your way. 

Whether it's Helvetica versus Universe, or Garamond versus Didot, Typewar’s typographic calisthenics will keep you on your toes and help you recognize the discreet, individual traits of different typeface’s letterforms.

You’ll see how small changes can change the entire personality of a design, and you’ll bring your typographic appreciation to the next level. Plus, with Typewar you’ll see statistics on how you stack up compared to other players, 

There you have it! We hope you enjoy playing around with these typographic resources while also improving your skills