Print Kalih 3 is a bold, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, posters, packaging, headlines, social graphics, playful, friendly, casual, cheerful, approachable, approachability, handmade feel, playful clarity, display impact, rounded, bouncy, hand-drawn, chunky, soft terminals.
A lively hand-drawn print style with thick, even strokes and softly rounded terminals. Letterforms are compact and slightly condensed, with gentle irregularities in curves and junctions that create an organic rhythm. Counters are generally open and simple, and the overall construction favors smooth, simplified shapes over strict geometric symmetry. Numerals and punctuation follow the same chunky, rounded treatment for a consistent texture in text.
Best suited for short to medium-length copy where an informal, welcoming voice is needed—such as children’s materials, playful branding, event flyers, stickers, and packaging callouts. It also works well for bold headlines and display text in digital graphics where the rounded shapes can read quickly at a glance.
The font reads as warm and informal, with a lighthearted, kid-friendly tone. Its bouncy shapes and softened edges suggest friendliness and ease rather than formality, making it feel conversational and personable. The steady stroke weight keeps it visually confident while the hand-drawn wobble adds charm.
The design appears intended to deliver an easygoing handwritten feel with sturdy, uniform strokes that hold up well in reproduction. It prioritizes friendliness, clarity, and visual punch over formal precision, aiming to give everyday text a casual, upbeat personality.
Uppercase forms stay straightforward and legible, while lowercase shows more personality through varied curves and looped details, giving mixed-case text a lively cadence. The heavier strokes produce strong color on the page, so spacing and line length will noticeably influence readability in longer passages.