afmtodit - Linux
Overview
afmtodit converts a plain ASCII AFM (Adobe Font Metrics) file to a DIT (Digital Imaging Technology) file. DIT files are used for storing font metric information for use by printers and other devices.
Syntax
afmtodit [-x] [-r] [-y] [-d destination_dir] [-i input_file]
Options/Flags
-x
: Ignore errors in AFM file.-r
: Recursively convert AFM files in subdirectories.-y
: Overwrite existing DIT files without prompting.-d destination_dir
: Specify the destination directory for the generated DIT files. Default: current directory.-i input_file
: Specify the path to the input AFM file.
Examples
Simple conversion of an AFM file:
afmtodit input.afm
Recursive conversion of all AFM files in a directory:
afmtodit -r /path/to/directory
Conversion with specified destination directory:
afmtodit -d /output/directory input.afm
Common Issues
- Missing input file: Ensure the specified input AFM file exists and is accessible.
- File permissions: Ensure you have write permissions in the destination directory.
- Invalid AFM file: Check the AFM file for errors or incorrect formatting.
Integration
Convert AFM files for use with a printer:
afmtodit -i font.afm | lpr
Convert AFM files for use with a TrueType converter:
afmtodit -i font.afm | ttf2dit
Related Commands
- afm2dit: Similar tool for converting AFM files to DIT files with additional options.
- ditview: Tool for viewing and editing DIT files.