Slab Square Pede 1 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, headlines, posters, branding, sturdy, friendly, traditional, confident, readability, editorial utility, classic tone, strong presence, slab serif, bracketed slabs, rounded joins, open counters, text-ready.
A robust slab-serif with firm, blocky serifs and subtly rounded transitions that soften the otherwise squared-off construction. Strokes stay fairly even throughout, with clear vertical stress and generous interior space in letters like O, C, e, and a. Capitals are broad and steady, while lowercase forms keep a compact, readable rhythm; details such as the angled leg of R, the strong bowl-and-stem structure in b/p/d/q, and the pronounced slabs on i/l/t reinforce a solid, print-like texture. Numerals are substantial and straightforward, matching the letterforms in weight and serif treatment for consistent color in mixed text.
Well-suited for editorial settings where a strong, readable serif voice is needed—magazine layouts, book typography, and pull quotes. It can also carry short, impactful headlines and poster copy, especially when a sturdy, traditional tone is desired for branding and packaging.
The overall tone is dependable and approachable—authoritative without feeling severe. Its bold slab presence suggests practicality and clarity, with a slightly warm, old-style editorial character that reads as classic and grounded.
The font appears intended to deliver a reliable slab-serif presence that remains comfortable in continuous reading. It aims for a classic print sensibility—solid serifs, clear proportions, and consistent rhythm—while keeping forms open and approachable for everyday typography.
The design balances square-ended slab cues with mild rounding at corners and joins, which helps prevent the texture from becoming overly mechanical. Letterforms maintain clear differentiation (notably I/J/l and O/Q), supporting comfortable scanning in longer passages.