Slab Square Ahmo 3 is a light, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, academic, reports, bookish, institutional, classic, calm, text reading, clarity, authority, stability, bracketed serifs, open counters, moderate spacing, sturdy, legible.
A readable serif with sturdy, slab-like feet and mostly uniform stroke weight. Serifs are squarish and blunt with subtle bracketing, giving a grounded, slightly utilitarian rhythm rather than delicate calligraphy. Proportions are comfortably open, with generous bowls and clear counters; curves are round but controlled, and joins stay clean. Uppercase forms feel stable and moderately wide, while lowercase maintains a straightforward, text-friendly build with a two-storey “g” and simple, upright “a.” Numerals are clear and traditional, with even widths and a consistent, no-nonsense texture in running text.
Well-suited to long-form reading such as books, essays, and editorial layouts where consistent texture and clear word shapes matter. It also fits academic and institutional materials—reports, documentation, and captions—where a steady, authoritative serif tone is desirable.
The overall tone is sober and dependable, balancing a classic book-page familiarity with an understated, institutional practicality. It reads as confident and composed rather than decorative, lending a measured, editorial voice to paragraphs and headings alike.
The design appears intended as a practical serif for sustained text: sturdy enough to feel reliable and structured, yet restrained in detail to keep paragraphs smooth and legible. Its slab-like serifs add firmness and presence without relying on high-contrast refinement.
In the sample text, the face holds an even color across lines, helped by open apertures and un-fussy terminals. The slab presence is noticeable without becoming heavy, so the design stays crisp at larger sizes while remaining comfortable for continuous reading.