Arabic Font for Holy Quran
A high quality OpenType font for Holy Quran text based on Unicode standard with refined glyphs, proper aeraab placement, and waqf symbols for clear Quranic reading.
Project Overview
Pakistan Data Management Services is pleased to announce the release of an OpenType font for writing Holy Quran text based on the Unicode standard. The font features high quality glyphs and support for all aeraabs and mark placements at proper positions. All waqfs used to identify different pauses in reading are also provided. PDMS Saleem Quran Font provides advanced Arabic typography close to calligraphy while retaining the beauty and legibility of Quran Majeed Arabic text.
Calligraphy Rooted in Quranic Tradition
The font is developed according to the rules used in Quranic calligraphy in Pakistan, following the style of Yameen Dehlvi, one of the finest Quran calligraphers in Pakistan. Guidance and calligraphy of basic glyphs for the font have been provided by Mr. Mohammed Saleem, who is inspired by the work of Shafiq-uz-Zaman and frequently consults him for guidance.
Advanced Arabic Typography
We are confident that ‘PDMS Saleem Quran Font’ will appeal to all Arabic users, especially designers and publishers who will no longer be bound by the technological limitations of old Quran printing methods.