How to write the letter 'F' in manuscript

The letter 'F' is common in everyday words, and learning how to write it in manuscript can improve your handwriting, helping you create smooth, flowing lines. This letter combines straight and curved strokes, both essential for clear, neat handwriting.

Note: here we showcase the most common way to write in manuscript, but you can explore other manuscript fonts to see how they differ.

Capital 'F'

Writing the capital 'F' in manuscript involves drawing smooth, straight lines. Follow these steps to write an uppercase 'F':

  1. Start at the top line.
  2. Draw a straight vertical line down to the bottom line.
  3. Lift your pencil and go back to the top.
  4. Draw a horizontal line from the top of the vertical line out to the right.
  5. Draw another horizontal line from the midline.

Lowercase 'f'

Now let’s move on to writing the lowercase 'f'. This letter has a tall, looping shape and combines a curved stroke with a long vertical line. Here’s how to write it:

  1. Start from just below the top line.
  2. Make a tall, curved stroke that bends up slightly to the left and then goes down to reach the bottom line.
  3. Lift your pencil.
  4. Make a small line to the right, across the first stroke on the midline.

The letter 'F' in manuscript

Learning to write the letter 'F' in manuscript helps you practice tall curves and straight lines. Both uppercase and lowercase 'F' have long strokes, which help develop smooth handwriting. Mastering 'F' will help you write neatly and clearly.

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