font-poly
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Type: Cask  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Fonts
Tags: font monospace developer typography
Install: brew install --cask font-poly
About:
Poly is a monospaced font designed for programming and terminal use, featuring a tall x-height and distinct character shapes for improved legibility. It offers excellent readability at small sizes, making it ideal for dense code editors and development environments. The font includes multiple weights and styles, providing flexibility for various coding setups.
Key Features:
  • Monospaced design for code alignment
  • High x-height for small-size readability
  • Distinctive character shapes (l, I, 1 differentiation)
  • Multiple weights and styles available
  • Optimized for screen rendering
Use Cases:
  • Programming in IDEs and text editors
  • Terminal and console applications
  • Technical documentation and code snippets
Alternatives:
  • Fira Code – Poly is simpler without ligatures, more traditional monospace aesthetic
  • Source Code Pro – Poly has taller x-height, better for small sizes
  • JetBrains Mono – Poly is lighter weight, more minimal design
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