Microsoft to roll out Michelangelus font across Microsoft 365
Microsoft will add the Michelangelus font to its Microsoft 365 apps by the end of the year; a manual download is available now.
Microsoft is rolling out a new font called Michelangelus to Microsoft 365 users, according to techradar.com. The company says the font will reach Microsoft 365 apps at the end of the year, while a manual download and installation option is already available.
The typeface is a modern digital interpretation based on Michelangelo's handwriting. Italian design agency studiogusto was commissioned by the Fabbrica di San Pietro to digitize Michelangelo's characters.
The font was made for digital and printed materials and signage relating to St. Peter's Basilica. Microsoft Principal Product Designer Si Daniels said the font will be rolled out to Microsoft 365 apps at the end of the year.
Background
The font was created as part of the anniversary of the consecration of St. Peter's Basilica, which took place 400 years ago on November 18.
Quick answers
When will the Michelangelus font be available in Microsoft 365?
Microsoft says the font will be rolled out to Microsoft 365 apps at the end of the year.
Can I download the Michelangelus font now?
Yes, the font can currently be manually downloaded and installed.
Who created the Michelangelus font?
Italian design agency studiogusto was commissioned by the Fabbrica di San Pietro to digitize Michelangelo's characters.