KacstQurn is an Arabic font by KACST, copyrighted by URW Design and Development, and developed by KACST (King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology). It is inspired by the traditional Naskh style, prioritizing readability for formal texts like books and newspapers, with balanced proportions and connected letterforms for smooth reading. It features slightly thicker strokes and simplified details for digital use. Moreover, it has constant thickness with sharp edges, giving a clean and clear appearance on screens of all sizes. Its dynamic strokes contribute to a balanced visual aesthetic, enhancing legibility even at smaller sizes. Whether used for short captions or lengthy paragraphs, this font is perfect for different design needs.
Released on October 8, 2017, KacstQurn comprises 445 characters and symbols, totaling 461 glyphs. Its single font-weight and regularity ensure consistency throughout various applications. Compatible with Arabic, Latin, and Urdu languages, this font covers a wide range of Unicode blocks, including Basic Latin, Latin-1 Supplement, Arabic, General Punctuation, Currency Symbols, Mathematical Operators, Geometric Shapes, Arabic Presentation Forms-A, and Greek Ideographs. Ideal for social media posts, posters, branding materials, and more, this font offers a reliable option for conveying information effectively with its high legibility and clean design.
