PFA to FTS conversion is the process of transforming a file in the PFA (Portable Font Archive) format into the FTS (Font Stream) format so the font data, metrics, and glyph outlines can be read by applications that require FTS. This conversion repackages font tables, preserves character mapping and hinting where possible, and adapts compression and metadata to the target FTS container for compatible rendering and embedding.
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Confirm .fts as the selected destination format.
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PFA files usually utilize the MIME type application/x-font-type1 and are encoded as ASCII for font data representation. FTS files may have varying MIME types depending on their application but often serve as container files for structured data. Codecs involved in PFA primarily deal with font rendering, whereas FTS codecs depend on the target application's data handling requirements.
The FTS (.FTS) format is commonly used for other. Understanding its characteristics can be helpful when converting to or from other formats like PFA.
While specific technical details aren't available here, FTS files generally serve the purpose of storing other effectively within their domain.
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PFA files are typically used for font outlines and vector data, while FTS files are often employed for specialized data storage or application-specific functions. Converting PFA to FTS helps in adapting font-based resources to formats compatible with target software environments. While PFA focuses on scalable font data, FTS emphasizes structured format tailored to specific use cases.
Keep individual PFA files under 10–50 MB for fastest uploads; very large PFA files (100+ MB) can slow conversion and may require more memory.
To preserve rendering quality, enable "Preserve hinting" and avoid aggressive subsetting that removes kerning or OpenType features.
For bulk workflows, batch convert PFA files in groups of 10–50 to balance throughput and reliability; use queued/background processing for large batches.
Note limitation: some PFA-specific PostScript-only features or custom hinting may not map perfectly to FTS and could require manual adjustment in a font editor.
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