Abo Slman Alomar 1 is an Arabic dotter font, also known as a tracing font, that prioritizes functionality over aesthetics. Unlike decorative Arabic fonts designed for visual impact, this minimalistic font focuses on providing a clear guide for learning letterforms, often seen in children’s books who are learning to write. The letters are typically reduced to their most basic geometric forms. Curves are simplified with no intricate details to complicate text, creating a clean and easily recognizable outline. The stroke thickness remains constant throughout the letter, avoiding variations that might distract from the core structure. This uniformity ensures a clear visual representation of the letter’s form.
Abo Slman Alomar 1 was released on May 26, 2021, and it is available free of cost at various online vendors. It comprises 566 characters and 530 glyphs, giving the font enough room to cater to different language and design needs. The font-weight is medium, and the font width is medium (normal). Supporting multiple languages, including Arabic, Latin, and symbols, it caters to a diverse range of typographic needs, from multilingual documents to signage and digital interfaces. Furthermore, its compatibility with an extensive range of Unicode blocks, such as Basic Latin, Latin-1 Supplement, and Arabic Presentation Forms-A, among others, enhances its utility and interoperability in different software environments.
