Print Upgub 5 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, kids, headlines, stickers, playful, friendly, casual, quirky, youthful, handmade feel, approachability, informal branding, whimsy, rounded, bouncy, chunky, soft, hand-drawn.
A compact, hand-drawn print style with thick, rounded strokes and softly tapered terminals. Letters are generally narrow with a lively, slightly uneven rhythm, showing gentle wobble and organic stroke edges rather than geometric precision. Counters are small but open enough for short text, and the overall silhouette feels tall and condensed, with simple, single-story forms where expected and minimal detailing.
Works well for short headlines, posters, labels, and packaging where a friendly handcrafted voice is desired. It also fits children’s content, classroom materials, crafts, and casual branding moments. For longer copy, larger sizes and added spacing help maintain clarity and reduce visual density.
The tone is cheerful and informal, with a warm, approachable personality that feels like marker or brush lettering. Its irregularities read as intentional and human, lending a lighthearted, kid-friendly energy that stays legible while remaining characterful.
Designed to capture the feel of quick, confident hand lettering in an easy-to-use print font—prioritizing charm, warmth, and recognizability over strict typographic regularity.
Spacing appears a bit tight and the dark color mass can build quickly in longer passages, making it best when given comfortable tracking and line spacing. Distinctive numerals and rounded punctuation contribute to an overall cartoon-leaning, handmade texture.