Latex Question #2: Fix Blurry Fonts in Adobe Acrobat

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In summary: HOWTO In summary, when converting tex files to pdf, Acrobat Reader may be causing the text to be blurry. One can try to change the fonts used in the document, or use a different program to make the pdf file.
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okay, a few months ago i posted a question on how to convert my txt files into a pdf file. The people who responded were VERY helpful, but recently i purchased a new computer and i transferred over the miktex program and the work i had done on my old computer. The problem is, when i convert txt files into pdf files with my new computer, the font is really blurry when i open acrobat. Any ideas what can be causing this? I'm assuming its something to do in the settings of acrobat's fonts...but who knows...thanks a bunch!
 
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Does printing look okay?
How does it look in gsview?

According to http://www.di.ens.fr/~monniaux/download/Latex-PDF.HOWTO [Broken]

1.1 Type1 and Type3 fonts

Modern LaTeX systems (teTeX, for instance) are capable of using at
least the following kinds of fonts:
* Type1
* METAFONT

While Type1 fonts can be used straight away in Postscript or PDF
output, METAFONT fonts have to be rasterized at some resolution
(typically 300 or 600 dpi), then included as Type3 fonts (each
character being assigned a bitmap image).

Acrobat Reader is very bad at displaying Type3 bitmapped fonts, making
the text very blurry and very tiresome to read; printing works
nevertheless.

If a PDF files shows as blurry in Acrobat Reader, one should ask
File -> Document info -> Fonts and check whether the fonts used in the
document are Type3.
[SEE TODO]

When making PDF files, one should therefore stick to Type1 fonts.
 
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thank you! the font is a type 3...
 
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i'm having trouble changing it into a type1 font...when i go to file-document properties-fonts, its all type3 fonts...how do i change it to type1 fonts? is there a comand i have to write in txt? thanks!
 
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I'm not that familiar with the whole issue.
I got the above link and the ones below by googling...

http://ballade.cs.ucla.edu/~kohcc/sigdacdrom/instruct/fonts.html [Broken]
http://www.adobe.com/support/techdocs/17fa6.htm [Broken]
http://www.eecs.berkeley.edu/~regroff/content/latex2pdf/ [Broken]


A few years ago, I observed this blurriness when converting from tex to dvi to pdf. (I don't convert txt to pdf.)
I'm not sure if it was an updated MikTeX package or Ghostscript/GSview postscript utilities that resolved my problems.

How does your pdf file look in gsview?
http://www.cs.wisc.edu/~ghost/gsview/
 
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1. Why are my fonts blurry in Adobe Acrobat?

Fonts can appear blurry in Adobe Acrobat due to a variety of reasons, such as improper font settings, low resolution images, or outdated software.

2. How can I fix blurry fonts in Adobe Acrobat?

To fix blurry fonts in Adobe Acrobat, you can try adjusting the font settings, increasing the resolution of images, or updating your software to the latest version. You can also try using a different font or converting the font to outlines.

3. Will changing the font settings affect the overall document?

Yes, changing the font settings can affect the overall appearance of the document. It is important to make sure the changes you make are suitable for your document and do not compromise its readability or design.

4. Can I use any font in Adobe Acrobat without experiencing blurriness?

No, not all fonts are suitable for use in Adobe Acrobat. Some fonts may not be compatible with the software, which can result in blurry or distorted text. It is recommended to use fonts that are specifically designed for use in digital documents.

5. Are there any other factors that can cause blurry fonts in Adobe Acrobat?

Aside from incorrect font settings, low resolution images, and outdated software, other factors that can cause blurry fonts in Adobe Acrobat include using non-supported fonts, using unsupported font formats, or converting the document from a different program without properly embedding fonts.

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