Print Alnaf 2 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, branding, packaging, event promo, retro, energetic, edgy, casual, kinetic, space saving, handmade feel, high impact, fast motion, condensed, slanted, angular, monoline, tapered terminals.
A highly condensed, right-slanted handwritten print with monoline strokes and crisp, angular turns. The letterforms are built from narrow, upright stems and faceted curves that read almost chiseled, with occasional tapered terminals and slightly uneven stroke endings that reinforce a drawn-by-hand feel. Counters are tight and vertical, and many shapes lean toward simplified, geometric constructions (notably in rounded letters and numerals), giving the design a fast, streamlined rhythm. Spacing is compact and the overall texture is dark and continuous, with consistent stroke thickness and clear differentiation between capitals, lowercase, and figures.
Best suited to display settings where a compact, high-energy look is useful—posters, promotional headlines, product packaging, and punchy brand wordmarks. It can also work for short captions or UI labels when space is limited, though longer passages will feel dense due to the tight, condensed forms.
The font conveys a brisk, forward-moving tone—part retro display, part sketchy marker lettering. Its sharp corners and steep slant add urgency and attitude, while the handwritten irregularities keep it informal and approachable rather than strictly technical.
The design appears intended to deliver a hand-drawn, speed-written personality in a compressed footprint, combining consistent monoline structure with lively, slightly irregular terminals. It prioritizes visual momentum and space efficiency for attention-grabbing display typography.
The condensed proportions and narrow apertures create a dense line color, especially in longer text. The numeral set follows the same narrow, angular logic as the letters, supporting a cohesive voice for headings and short callouts.