Print Afkov 5 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: quotes, greeting cards, packaging, posters, social graphics, casual, friendly, personal, lively, lighthearted, handwritten warmth, casual readability, informal branding, monoline, slanted, brushy, rounded, airy.
A casual handwritten print with a consistent rightward slant and a mostly monoline stroke. Forms are tall and compressed, with narrow proportions and modest apertures that keep the texture tight while still readable. Terminals are softly rounded and slightly tapered, suggesting a felt-tip or brush-pen gesture rather than rigid penmanship. The baseline is generally steady but retains small irregularities and varied character widths that reinforce the hand-drawn rhythm.
This style suits short to medium-length text where a human, conversational feel is desired—quotes, invitations, greeting cards, labels, and social media graphics. It also works well for headings or callouts in lifestyle branding where a handwritten accent is needed without fully connected script.
The overall tone feels informal and approachable, like quick personal notes or friendly signage. Its lean, energetic stance and smooth curves give it a light, upbeat character without becoming overly playful or decorative.
The design appears intended to capture quick, natural handwriting in a clean, repeatable digital form—prioritizing an easygoing voice and smooth, pen-like motion over strict geometric regularity.
Uppercase letters read as simplified, handwritten capitals with occasional calligraphic cues (looping joins and soft hooks), while the lowercase maintains a straightforward print style. Numerals follow the same slanted, narrow construction, creating a coherent voice across letters and figures.