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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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General Questions

Q: What is MetalSlugFont?

A: MetalSlugFont is a tool that allows you to generate images using the iconic Metal Slug font. You can use it to transform text into images with various fonts and color options.

Q: Is MetalSlugFont free to use?

A: Yes, MetalSlugFont is open-source and available for free under the MIT License. You can use it for personal and commercial purposes.

Getting Started

Q: How do I install MetalSlugFont on Windows?

A: MetalSlugFont is supported natively on Windows. You can download it from the Releases page and follow the installation instructions provided in the README.

Q: How do I install MetalSlugFont on Linux or macOS?

A: MetalSlugFont can be used on Linux and macOS using compatibility layers such as WineHQ (Linux and macOS) or Lutris (Linux only) or PlayOnMac (MacOS) You can download it from the Releases page.

WineHQ & Lutris (Linux):

  • Download WineHQ: Available for Ubuntu (20.04, 22.04, 22.10, 23.04), Debian (Bullseye, Bookworm, Trixie), and Fedora (37, 38) - WineHQ binary packages.
  • Download Lutris: Packages available for various Linux distributions.

WineHQ & PlayOnMac (MacOS):

Usage

Q: How do I generate Metal Slug font images?

A: To generate Metal Slug font images, follow the steps outlined in the Usage Instructions section of the README. Choose a font, select colors, and generate your images.

Q: Can I use other colors of the font?

A: Yes, you can use other colors when creating Metal Slug font images. Refer to the Usage Instructions for details on how to select and apply colors.

Troubleshooting

Q: My antivirus or security software flags MetalSlugFont as malware. What should I do?

A: It's possible that some antivirus or security software may flag MetalSlugFont as a false positive. While MetalSlugFont does not contain any malware or malicious code, it may trigger security warnings. If you encounter this issue, please consider the following steps:

  • Temporarily disable your antivirus and check if the issue persists.
  • Add MSFONT to your antivirus's allowed list or exceptions.
  • Alternatively, you can use the portable version of MSFONT, which may not trigger antivirus alerts.

Q: The web app is down. What should I do?

A: You can use the terminal-based version, and if it doesn't work for you, you can ask me to generate the image for you. Feel free to reach out on Discord at mommy_vermeil.

Contributing

Q: How can I contribute to MetalSlugFont?

A: Contributions are welcome! You can contribute by reporting issues, submitting pull requests, or suggesting improvements.

License

Q: What is the MIT License?

A: The MIT License is an open-source software license that allows you to use, modify, and distribute MetalSlugFont freely. It comes with certain conditions, which are explained in the License section of the README.

Contact

Q: How can you get in touch with me, the project maintainer?

A: You can contact me through Discord, Twitter, GitHub Issues, Reddit, or Stack Overflow. My contact details are provided in the Contact Information section of the README.

If you have additional questions or encounter any issues not covered in this FAQ, please don't hesitate to reach out to me.