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font-opendyslexic · v20160623-Stable
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8.0
brew install --cask font-opendyslexic -
30-day installs
1
90-day installs
20
365-day installs
Install trend
Trust Score 2/10
✗ Open source (OFL-1.1) +0
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✗ New (<1yr) +0
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 11, 2026OpenDyslexic is a specialized font designed to help individuals with dyslexia by using unique typeface shapes to mitigate visual reading challenges. It is particularly beneficial for dyslexic readers, educators, and anyone seeking a more accessible reading experience.
Provides a font that helps offset visual symptoms of dyslexia through specific typeface features.
Maturity: The project is mature, having been active since 2016 with ongoing updates and a strong open-source community.
Community: OpenDyslexic has received positive attention on Hacker News, with multiple mentions highlighting its effectiveness and impact on reading for dyslexic individuals.
Pros
- + Specifically designed to address the visual challenges faced by dyslexic readers
- + Free and open-source, ensuring accessibility and transparency
- + Active development with a supportive community contributing to improvements
Cons
- - No auto-update feature, requiring manual checks for new versions
- - Limited installs in the last 30 days, indicating lower current adoption
- - Missing some font variants, which could limit its versatility
Community Mentions
Positive sentiment Negative sentiment Neutral / unknown