This version included several refinements to the broader FontLab 7.2 feature set:
The software stopped copying anchors from component sources to composite glyphs during export. FontLab 7.2.0.7649 Beta
was a specific pre-release version of the FontLab 7 typeface design software. While primarily intended as a testing version, it became notable due to a significant rendering bug that led to its withdrawal from the stable release track. Release Context and Status Original Publication: December 12, 2020. This version included several refinements to the broader
Improved handling of custom family names for instances, ensuring they are correctly written to the .designspace file. Users experiencing this were advised to revert to version 7
The most critical issue identified in version 7.2.0.7649 was a where glyphs would unintentionally have a transparent or colored fill upon opening specific fonts. Users experiencing this were advised to revert to version 7.2.0.7644. Release Notes FontLab 7.2.0.7649
Improved the visual hint Options panel by disabling "Align destination" when "Round length" is active.