Glyph & Character Map Explorer in Action

About This Tool

Every font contains a vast array of characters, from basic alphabets to special symbols and ligatures. This tool allows you to visually explore the entire character set of any Google Font, making it easy to find specific glyphs and their Unicode values.

How to Use

1. Select a Google Font from the dropdown menu.
2. Browse the grid to see all available characters.
3. Use the search bar to find specific characters by typing the character itself or its Unicode value (e.g., '€' or 'U+20AC').

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is a glyph?
A: A glyph is the actual shape or image of a character. A single character (like 'a') can have multiple glyphs (e.g., different stylistic alternates).
Q: What is Unicode?
A: Unicode is a universal character encoding standard that assigns a unique number to every character, regardless of the platform, program, or language.
Q: Can I use this tool to find special characters for my design?
A: Absolutely! This tool is perfect for discovering unique symbols, dingbats, or specific language characters within a font.