Andy (typeface)

Andy is a sans-serif typeface designed by Steve Matteson at Ascender Corporation. It was initially created as a custom font for children’s educational software developed by Creative Wonders, a division of Electronic Arts.

The design emphasizes legibility, clarity, and a friendly appearance, making it particularly suitable for young readers and environments where a casual, approachable tone is desired. Key characteristics include its rounded letterforms, relatively wide proportions, and generous spacing. These features contribute to its ease of reading, especially for beginning readers.

Andy is available in a single weight, typically referred to as "Regular." It is often bundled with software applications and operating systems due to its readability and general-purpose nature. Its simplicity and clean design have made it a popular choice for a variety of applications, including children's books, educational materials, and websites. The typeface is also used in signage and other visual communication contexts where a clear and accessible font is needed.