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Alternatively, you can manually define a font in C:

: Users can convert .bdf (Bitmap Distribution Format) files into U8x8-compatible C code using tools like bdfconv.exe .

The U8x8 font format is a perfect example of an elegant constraint in embedded design. By sacrificing resolution and aesthetics, it delivers unmatched speed and memory efficiency. For anyone building a text-only user interface on a tiny microcontroller—whether it’s a sensor readout, a serial terminal, or a retro-style status display—U8x8 fonts remain the pragmatic, proven choice.

For icons, use the Unicode Private Use Area (U+E000 to U+F8FF) and map them to ASCII characters you don't need (like ~ or | ).

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