Fonts are letters, numbers, and symbols designed using specific typefaces. They can apply to various design elements such as logos, headings, and body text. On the other hand, PNG (Portable Network Graphics) transparent designs are images with transparent backgrounds that can be layered over other graphics or backgrounds.
The main difference between font vs PNG transparent designs is their application. Font use to create typographic designs, while PNG transparent designs use for creating image-based designs with transparency.
Fonts are ideal for creating text-heavy designs, while PNG transparent designs are perfect for creating graphics with intricate details such as icons, logos, and illustrations.
Since fonts are letters, numbers and symbols so it is possible they can not be rendered in some UI components. The rendering experience is an empty space with alternate text only. For example;
<a class="foo" title="Delete" href="#" onclick="foo.display(33);CancelEvent(event);\">
<i class="fa fa-trash\"></i> Trash
</a>
Plus and Minu are universal fonts recognized by almost all components.
<a class="foo" title="Delete" href="#" onclick="foo.display(33);CancelEvent(event);\">
<i class="fa fa-add\"></i> Trash
</a>
If a component doesn’t support font then + and – symbol will be rendered without any styles.
In the world of modern web, icons have become an indelible and integral part of UI design. Read about Font and SVG (Scalable vector graphics) icons. majority of the web development community prefers to use SVG icons;
Read more about Fonts Vs SVG here
Read about how to use SVG images in CSS and HTML here
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