Slab Square Afgil 7 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, technical docs, labels, posters, typewriter, industrial, utilitarian, vintage, document tone, space saving, mechanical charm, robust readability, monospaced feel, bracketed slabs, ink-trap hints, compact, sturdy.
A compact slab-serif with sturdy, squared-off serifs and a mostly uniform stroke weight. The forms are vertically oriented and fairly condensed, with tight counters and a tall lowercase that keeps text dense and efficient. Serifs read as blunt and functional, with slight rounding/softening at joins that suggests a stamped or typewriter-like construction rather than a sharp, modern geometric build. Curves are controlled and somewhat squared in their turns, and terminals stay firm and straight, supporting a consistent, workmanlike rhythm across text.
Well-suited for dense editorial text, technical or instructional materials, and packaging/label systems where a sturdy slab-serif voice helps readability at smaller sizes. It can also serve display roles—posters, headings, and pull quotes—when a typewriter or industrial aesthetic is desired.
The overall tone is pragmatic and retro-industrial, reminiscent of typewritten documents and utilitarian signage. It feels authoritative and no-nonsense, with a hint of mechanical charm that can read as archival, editorial, or workshop-ready rather than refined or delicate.
The design appears intended to deliver a dependable, economical reading experience with a mechanical, type-driven personality. Its condensed proportions and firm slabs prioritize clarity and texture consistency, while the slightly softened construction adds warmth and vintage utility.
In the sample text, the font maintains a steady color and consistent spacing, giving paragraphs a compact, structured texture. Uppercase proportions are tall and narrow, and punctuation stands clear, reinforcing a document-centric, functional impression.