iA Writer Mono
monospace
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iA Writer Mono is a clean, no-nonsense monospace typeface built for readability at sustained reading and coding distances. Its letterforms are deliberately spaced and proportioned to reduce eye strain during long sessions, with consistent stroke weights that give it a calm, steady presence on screen. The font avoids decorative quirks in favor of clear character distinction, meaning letters like I, l, and 1 are easy to tell apart at a glance. It sits somewhere between utilitarian coding fonts and editorial typefaces, which gives it more personality than a strictly technical font without sacrificing function.
iA Writer Mono works well as the primary typeface for a writing or note-taking application interface, where the goal is keeping the user focused on the text rather than the design. It is also a solid choice for developer documentation or technical blogs where code snippets need to integrate naturally with the surrounding prose. Additionally, it fits comfortably in minimal portfolio sites for writers, designers, or developers who want a restrained, professional look without defaulting to the usual sans-serif choices.
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iA Writer Mono at a glance
SIL Open Font License 1.1
May 2023
4 (2 weights + italics)
Monospace
1
Fontsource (open source)
All 4 iA Writer Mono styles
| Weight | Name | Upright | Italic |
|---|---|---|---|
| 400 | Regular | Aa Bb Gg 123 | Aa Bb Gg 123 |
| 700 | Bold | Aa Bb Gg 123 | Aa Bb Gg 123 |
iA Writer Mono character map
Which languages does iA Writer Mono support?
iA Writer Mono includes one character set:
- Latin: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese and other Western European languages
It does not include Cyrillic or Greek characters, so it can't set Russian, Ukrainian or Greek text.
Can I use iA Writer Mono commercially?
Yes, it's free for personal and commercial use. iA Writer Mono is released under the SIL Open Font License 1.1. You can use it in logos, websites, apps, videos, printed products and merchandise without paying or asking permission. The one thing you can't do is sell the font file on its own.