How to Get Rid of Microsoft ClearType Font in Internet Explorer 7

ClearType makes text appear more like it would on a printed page.

ClearType is a feature of Microsoft Windows that smooths the jagged edges of on-screen text to make it more readable, particularly on flat-panel LCD displays. On newer monitors, ClearType tends to make text more readable, more closely resembling print. However, this feature can make text appear blurry to some, particularly on older CRT displays. Internet Explorer 7 includes a feature that allows ClearType to be enabled or disabled. Disable ClearType in Internet Explorer 7 if you find that the font smoothing makes text difficult to read when you browse the Web.

Instructions

1. Launch Internet Explorer. Click the "Tools" button in the upper-right corner of the window, then click "Internet Options."

2. Click the "Advanced" tab at the top of the "Internet Options" menu.

3. Scroll down to the "Multimedia" category, and remove the check from the box labeled "Always use ClearType for HTML."

4. Click "OK." Close Internet Explorer and re-launch it for the change to take effect.

Tips & Warnings

• Changes made the ClearType settings in Internet Explorer occur independently of the other settings on the system. This feature allows you to disable ClearType in Internet Explorer if desired while retaining it for other applications such as Microsoft Word.

References

• Microsoft: Web Fonts May Appear Blurry with Internet Explorer 7