If you are a graphic designer or a DTP professional in Kerala, chances are you have faced the struggle of typing Malayalam in Adobe PageMaker. While PageMaker is a legendary software for desktop publishing, it was built in an era before Unicode became the standard. This often leads to spacing issues, character overlaps, or fonts simply not showing up.
One of the most popular requests we receive is for the ML Revathi Font. Known for its classic, readable style, Revathi is a staple for traditional printing.
In this blog post, we will guide you through how to use the ML Revathi font in PageMaker, along with tips to fix common rendering issues.
Most "ML Revathi" fonts circulating online are abandonware – the original foundry (C-DIT or a specific DTP house) no longer sells them. However, if you are using this font for commercial publishing (e.g., a newspaper or book), it is best practice to:
The Ultimate Guide to ML Revathi Malayalam Font for Adobe PageMaker
If you are a Desktop Publishing (DTP) professional working in Kerala or designing Malayalam documents, you likely rely on Adobe PageMaker 7.0 for its layout flexibility. However, PageMaker is a legacy application that lacks native Unicode support, meaning modern Malayalam fonts often appear as broken characters or question marks. ml+revathi+font+for+pagemaker
To overcome this, designers use "ML" or ISFOC (ASCII) fonts like ML Revathi. This guide explains how to download, install, and use ML Revathi in PageMaker to create stunning Malayalam brochures, posters, and newsletters. What is ML Revathi?
ML Revathi (often labeled as ML-TTRevathi or MLW-TTRevathi) is a non-Unicode, TrueType Malayalam font developed by C-DAC Pune. It belongs to the ISFOC (Intelligence Script Font Code) family, which maps Malayalam characters to the standard ASCII keyboard. This makes it compatible with older software like PageMaker and CorelDraw. Where to Download ML Revathi Font
Several trusted repositories offer ML Revathi for free personal and professional use:
MalayalamFont.com: Provides direct downloads for ML_TT_Revathi and its variations like Bold and Italic.
Saikatham.com: Features a complete collection of "ML" fonts, including ML Revathi, ML Kairali, and ML Janki. If you are a graphic designer or a
MalayalamFonts.net: Offers a preview tool so you can test the font style before downloading. How to Install ML Revathi for PageMaker
Since PageMaker uses system fonts, you must install ML Revathi directly onto your OS. For Windows 10/11:
Extract the Files: Most downloads come in a .zip format. Right-click and select Extract All.
Right-Click & Install: Locate the .ttf (TrueType) file, right-click it, and select Install.
Default Folder: Alternatively, copy the file and paste it into C:\Windows\Fonts. For Mac OS: Double-click the .ttf file to open Font Book. Click Install Font at the bottom of the preview window. Using ML Revathi in PageMaker 7.0 Most "ML Revathi" fonts circulating online are abandonware
Once the font is installed, follow these steps to start typing in Malayalam: 1. Launch PageMaker
Open Adobe PageMaker 7.0. If it was already open during the font installation, restart the application to ensure the new font appears in the list. 2. Select the ML Revathi Font How to Load Fonts in PageMaker 7.0 on Windows 10
Using PageMaker on an old PC, print to "Adobe PDF 5.0" with fonts embedded. Save as PDF/A-1b. This ensures the font is trapped inside the PDF.
Do not drag the font directly into PageMaker’s folder. Use the system method:
Most DTP professionals use external software to map the keys correctly. Popular tools include:
Most downloads of MLREVATHI.TTF available on free font websites are corrupt. They may install in Windows but show blank squares in PageMaker.
Once installed, open Adobe PageMaker.