Install a font for AutoCAD

AutoCAD supports SHX and TrueType fonts. 

Installing an SHX font: 

Copy .shx files into the Fonts folder within the AutoCAD program folder: 

C:\Program Files\Autodesk\AutoCAD 20xx\Fonts 

Note: PostScript fonts (.pfb) and shape files (.shp) can be converted to .shx by using the  COMPILE command in AutoCAD. 

Installing a TrueType font: 

AutoCAD reads TrueType (.ttf) fonts that are installed in the operating system. TTF files do not go into AutoCAD's own Fonts folder. Copy .ttf files into: 

C:\Windows\Fonts 

As an alternative, you may right-click a .ttf file and choose Install. 

Note: Windows XP and Vista systems require going to the Control Panel and opening Fonts and then using "Install new font" under the Font menu.