Print Gylos 3 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Headline Gothic' by ATF Collection, 'Acumin' by Adobe, 'Explorer' by Fenotype, 'Ozonos' by Kufic Studio, 'Fact' by ParaType, and 'Goudar HL' by Stawix (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, kids media, stickers, playful, friendly, quirky, handmade, retro, handmade feel, bold impact, casual branding, retro charm, chunky, soft-edged, condensed, bouncy, blobby.
A chunky, hand-drawn print face with compact, condensed proportions and softly rounded corners. Strokes stay uniformly thick with slightly uneven edges, creating a stamped/marker-like texture rather than crisp geometry. Curves are generous and counters are small but open enough to keep letters readable, while the overall width varies subtly from glyph to glyph for an organic rhythm. The set favors simple, sturdy shapes with minimal detailing, and the numerals match the same compact, heavy footprint.
Works well for posters, splashy headings, labels, and packaging where a friendly, handcrafted voice is needed. It also suits children’s media, playful branding, event materials, and short callouts on social graphics where bold presence and personality matter more than long-form reading comfort.
The tone is cheerful and informal, with a quirky, cartoon-adjacent personality that feels approachable and handmade. Its bouncy silhouettes and soft terminals give it a warm, slightly retro flavor suited to lighthearted messaging.
The design appears intended to mimic bold hand lettering made with a thick marker or cut-stencil stamp, prioritizing warmth and immediacy over typographic precision. Its condensed, heavy forms aim to deliver strong impact in tight spaces while keeping an informal, human feel.
The condensed build and heavy ink gain make it most effective at larger sizes, where the irregular edges and tight counters read as intentional texture. In denser text, the thick strokes and compact interiors can visually darken, so generous tracking and line spacing help preserve clarity.