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Fix Sanskrit99 Font Reverting to Mangal in Word for Mac
Question details
The user needs to resolve a font substitution issue where a custom font is automatically replaced by another font when typing or editing documents.
- Product
- Microsoft Word for Mac
- Device & OS
- macOS
- Scenario
- Typing, editing, or applying the custom Sanskrit99 font to text in a Word document.
- Observed behavior
- The selected Sanskrit99 font unexpectedly reverts to the Mangal font, altering the intended text appearance.
Save your document and completely quit Microsoft Word before adding, removing, or modifying any fonts on your Mac to ensure the application correctly registers the system changes.
Remove and Reinstall the Sanskrit99 Font
Correctly removing and reinstalling the font using Apple's Font Book can fix file corruption or improper installation issues.
If a third-party font was not fully processed by macOS upon installation, Microsoft Word might fail to render it and default to a substitute font like Mangal.
Navigate to your Applications folder and open 'Font Book', or use Spotlight Search (Cmd + Space) to find and launch it.
Search for 'Sanskrit99' in the Font Book search bar, right-click the font family, and select 'Remove Sanskrit99 Family' from the context menu.
Locate your original Sanskrit99 .ttf or .otf file on your Mac, double-click it, and click 'Install Font' in the preview window.
Relaunch Microsoft Word, open a blank document, select Sanskrit99 from the font dropdown menu, and type a few characters to verify it no longer reverts.
Update Microsoft Word and macOS
Updating your software ensures you have the latest compatibility patches and font rendering fixes.
Verify Compatibility and Contact the Developer
Some older custom fonts are simply not compatible with the text engine in modern versions of Word for Mac.
Try WPS Office for Seamless Font Compatibility on Mac
If Microsoft Word for Mac continues to struggle with third-party fonts like Sanskrit99, consider switching to WPS Office. It offers a lightweight, highly compatible, and free alternative that excellently handles custom typography without unexpected font substitutions.
- 1. Download WPS Office: Visit the official WPS website and download the free macOS installer package.
- 2. Install the Application: Open the downloaded file and drag the WPS Office icon into your Applications folder.
- 3. Open Your Document: Launch WPS Writer, open your existing document, and apply your custom fonts without compatibility issues.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Word for Mac automatically substitute my fonts?
Word for Mac substitutes fonts when it detects that the selected font is corrupted, missing necessary glyphs for the characters you are typing, or fundamentally incompatible with its text rendering engine.
How do I make sure custom fonts work in Office for Mac?
Always ensure you are using standard TrueType (.ttf) or OpenType (.otf) font formats from reputable sources. Keeping your macOS and Office suite updated also helps maintain compatibility with newly installed system fonts.
Can I embed custom fonts in a Word document on my Mac?
Yes, you can embed fonts in Word for Mac to ensure they display correctly on other devices. Go to 'Word' > 'Preferences' > 'Save', and check the box for 'Embed fonts in the file'.
