Print Atlus 5 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, labels, greeting cards, playful, friendly, quirky, casual, handmade, handmade feel, casual readability, space saving, playful display, monoline, tall, condensed, rounded, bouncy.
A tall, condensed handwritten print with monoline strokes and softly rounded terminals. Letterforms are simple and clean but intentionally irregular, with slight wobble in verticals and uneven curves that give a drawn-by-hand rhythm. Counters are narrow and upright, with compact bowls and a generally economical footprint; curves stay smooth rather than brushy. Lowercase forms read as straightforward print rather than connected script, with a single-storey a and g and small, neat dots on i and j.
This face works best for short text and display settings where a friendly handmade voice is desirable—posters, packaging, product labels, invitations, greeting cards, and social graphics. Its condensed proportions can help fit longer words into tight spaces while keeping a casual, human feel.
The overall tone is lighthearted and approachable, like quick marker lettering for notes, labels, or classroom materials. Its narrow, vertical stance adds a touch of whimsy and energy without feeling loud or aggressive.
The design appears intended to mimic quick, tidy hand printing with a consistent stroke and a compact, vertical build. It aims for an informal, approachable look that stays readable while preserving the charm of slight human irregularities.
Capitals are especially tall and slender, creating a distinctive headline silhouette. Numerals match the same narrow, monoline construction and keep a hand-drawn consistency, favoring simple shapes and legibility over strict geometric precision.