Slab Rounded Ulju 4 is a bold, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, logotypes, short text, typewriter, retro, friendly, sturdy, quirky, warm slabs, retro utility, softened impact, display clarity, rounded serifs, soft corners, compact fit, low contrast, chunky.
A compact, heavy text face with low contrast and a steady, monoline-like stroke impression. It uses chunky slab-like serifs and fully rounded terminals, giving strokes a softened, pill-ended finish rather than sharp corners. Counters are moderately tight and forms are straightforward and legible, with a slightly condensed stance and consistent vertical stress. Numerals and capitals share the same solid, even color, producing a dense but controlled rhythm in lines of text.
Best suited for headlines, posters, packaging, and branding where a bold, compact voice is needed. It can also work for short text blocks or pull quotes when a strong, typewriter-leaning texture is desired, though its heavy color benefits from comfortable spacing and moderate sizes.
The rounded slabs and compact proportions evoke a warm, retro tone reminiscent of typewriter and rubber-stamp lettering. It feels sturdy and practical, but the softened edges add an approachable, slightly playful character that keeps it from looking severe.
Likely intended to merge the authority and structure of slab-serif forms with rounded, softened details for a distinctive, contemporary-retro voice. The goal appears to be high impact and clear readability while keeping the tone personable and characterful.
The design produces strong texture at paragraph sizes, with clear word shapes and pronounced serifs that help anchor the baseline. The rounded joins and terminals reduce harshness, making the bold color feel more friendly than aggressive.