Sans Rounded Tijo 3 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Oktah', 'Oktah Neue', and 'Oktah Round' by Groteskly Yours; 'Duplet Rounded' by Indian Type Foundry; and 'Grold Rounded' and 'Rohyt' by Typesketchbook (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, logos, children’s, playful, friendly, bubbly, retro, casual, approachability, impact, playfulness, energy, branding, pillowy, soft, chunky, rounded, cartoonish.
A heavy, rounded sans with a rightward slant and softly inflated forms. Strokes are uniformly thick with minimal modulation, and terminals are fully rounded, giving letters a smooth, cushion-like silhouette. Counters are compact and often teardrop or oval, with generous corner rounding that reduces sharp joins, especially in diagonals and intersections. Overall spacing and proportions read on the wide side, producing a steady, high-impact rhythm in both uppercase and lowercase.
Best suited for short, attention-grabbing settings such as headlines, posters, product packaging, and brand marks where a friendly, bold personality is desired. It also fits well in entertainment, snack or confectionery branding, and kid-focused or casual lifestyle graphics. For longer passages, its heavy weight and compact counters typically work better at larger sizes with comfortable line spacing.
The tone is upbeat and approachable, leaning toward a fun, youth-oriented feel rather than a formal or technical one. Its rounded weight and gentle slant suggest motion and friendliness, with a touch of retro display charm. The texture is bold and inviting, designed to feel warm and informal.
The design appears intended as a characterful display face that prioritizes warmth, softness, and impact. Rounded terminals, simplified construction, and a pronounced slant work together to create a lively, approachable voice that stands out quickly in branded and promotional contexts.
The italic slant is prominent and consistent across letters and figures, helping headlines feel energetic. The shapes favor clear, simplified geometry over precision details, which boosts presence at larger sizes but can create dense interior space in some letters and numerals. Numerals follow the same soft, rounded construction, matching the overall chunky, playful voice.