Print Ohdab 5 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, kids, headlines, social graphics, playful, friendly, casual, bold, youthful, handmade feel, approachability, playfulness, display impact, informal tone, rounded, chunky, brushy, bouncy, soft.
A chunky handwritten print with rounded, swollen strokes and soft terminals that mimic a marker or brush pen. Letterforms are simplified and slightly irregular, with a lively baseline and subtle width shifts that create an organic rhythm. Counters are generally small and tightly enclosed, and joins and curves lean toward bulbous, teardrop-like shapes rather than sharp corners. Numerals follow the same hefty, rounded construction for a cohesive, hand-drawn texture.
Best suited for display applications such as posters, packaging, social graphics, titles, stickers, and playful branding where a friendly handwritten voice is desired. It works well for short phrases and emphasis text, and is less ideal for extended body copy where the dense forms may reduce readability.
The overall tone is warm, playful, and approachable, like hand-lettering for crafts, kids’ materials, or casual signage. Its heavy, bouncy shapes read as fun and informal rather than refined or corporate, bringing an upbeat, homemade character to headlines and short messages.
The design appears intended to deliver an easygoing hand-drawn look with bold, rounded strokes that remain legible and consistent across letters and numbers. Its construction prioritizes personality and punch over precision, aiming for an inviting, craft-like feel in display typography.
At text sizes the dense stroke mass and small apertures can make long passages feel dark and busy, while larger settings emphasize the charming irregularities. The distinctive, blobby silhouettes give strong word-shape presence, making it most effective when allowed generous spacing and breathing room.