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August 20, 2026
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When will Illustrator let users set a default font? After 30+ years, I shouldn't have to use Myriad, create templates, or change the font for every project. The software supports this choice; users should be able to set it once.

  • August 20, 2026
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When will Illustrator let users set a default font? After 30+ years, I shouldn't have to use Myriad, create templates, or change the font for every project. The software supports this choice; users should be able to set it once.

    Correct answer Bill Silbert

    In addition to using the method demonstrated in Monika’s video you might want to register a New Feature Request for a simpler way to set the default font. You can do so at https://illustrator.uservoice.com/forums/333657-illustrator-desktop-feature-requests.

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    Participant
    August 25, 2026

    I dont want to have to change EVERY new file.

    Participant
    August 22, 2026

    What I think? I think that is absolutely ridiculous to have to change the default font for EVERY single  file. It should be available and allowed for the software as a whole. I don’t want to have to make a template, or change it for every single file. That is uber cumbersome, a VERY confusing video and NOT helpful at all. 

    Bill Silbert
    Community Expert
    Bill SilbertCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
    Community Expert
    August 20, 2026

    In addition to using the method demonstrated in Monika’s video you might want to register a New Feature Request for a simpler way to set the default font. You can do so at https://illustrator.uservoice.com/forums/333657-illustrator-desktop-feature-requests.

    Monika Gause
    Community Expert
    Community Expert
    August 20, 2026

    Edit the New document profiles

    Here’s how: