Slab Square Afbik 7 is a light, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Anicon Slab' by NREY (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial text, book typography, newspapers, captions, ui text, utilitarian, editorial, classic, workmanlike, typewriter-like, readability, economy, authority, clarity, robustness, bracketed slabs, sturdy serifs, crisp, compact, vertical stress.
A compact slab-serif with sturdy, square-shouldered serifs and a restrained, even stroke rhythm. The letterforms feel tall and economical, with relatively tight internal spaces and a consistent, low-contrast construction that reads clearly at text sizes. Serifs are prominent but controlled, giving stems and horizontals a firm, anchored finish; curves stay smooth and fairly closed, while joins and terminals remain crisp and deliberate. Numerals and capitals share the same disciplined structure, producing an orderly, slightly condensed texture in running text.
Well-suited to editorial settings such as books, newspapers, and long-form articles where a stable, authoritative texture is useful. The firm slab serifs also make it effective for captions, labels, and UI or data-adjacent text where consistent structure and crisp terminals help maintain clarity.
The overall tone is practical and editorial, with a no-nonsense sturdiness that suggests reliability and clarity. Its slab-serifs add a hint of vintage printing and typewriter-era pragmatism, without becoming decorative or playful. The result feels straightforward, institutional, and calm—more about legibility and structure than flourish.
The design appears intended to deliver a durable slab-serif voice with strong structure and dependable readability. It prioritizes an economical footprint and consistent stroke behavior to produce an even typographic color, supporting both text-heavy layouts and straightforward display use.
In the sample text, the compact width and strong serifs create a dense, even color across lines, helping headlines and paragraphs maintain a steady rhythm. Uppercase forms appear assertive and well-contained, while lowercase shapes keep a modest, functional character that supports continuous reading.