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Noto Serif CJK SC

brew install --cask font-noto-serif-cjk-sc v2.003

Open-source serif font family covering Simplified Chinese characters with multiple weights and styles.

Why you might care

Part of Google's Noto font project designed to provide comprehensive Unicode coverage. Use this if you need reliable, free serif typography for Simplified Chinese text in documents, web design, or publishing. Includes multiple weights and is professionally maintained.

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