Print Afkem 4 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: packaging, posters, social media, quotes, invitations, friendly, casual, playful, approachable, handmade, handwritten feel, casual tone, friendly branding, quick readability, brushy, rounded, monoline, soft terminals, lively.
A casual handwritten print with a consistent rightward slant and smooth, brush-like strokes. Letterforms are compact and slightly narrow, with rounded corners and soft, tapered terminals that suggest quick pen or marker pressure changes without strong contrast. Curves are generous and open, counters stay clear, and the overall rhythm is lively with small, natural irregularities that keep the texture human while remaining highly legible.
Works well for short-to-medium copy where an informal, personable tone is desired, such as packaging, café menus, posters, greeting cards, invitations, and social media graphics. It’s especially effective for headlines, pull quotes, and branding accents where a handmade texture can add charm without sacrificing readability.
The tone is warm and informal, conveying ease and friendliness rather than precision. Its energetic slant and soft, rounded shapes give it a playful, conversational voice that feels personal and inviting.
Designed to emulate neat, fast handwriting in a print style—more polished than a rough sketch, but still clearly hand-drawn. The goal appears to be an accessible, friendly text voice that stays readable across a range of sizes while keeping an organic, human rhythm.
Capitals are simple and bold in silhouette, while the lowercase maintains a steady handwritten cadence with straightforward, unconnected construction. Numerals match the same casual, slightly bouncy feel, making mixed text settings look cohesive.