Creating custom icon font (opens in new tab)

The advent of web fonts popularised the use of icon fonts, i.e. fonts that consist solely of symbols and images rather than letters. Icon fonts such as Pictos, Font Awesome and Lucide have become well-known alternatives to image sprites, offering greater convenience and versatility. However, despite the abundant choice, pre-made sets don’t always meet the requirements of a specific website.

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