Print Karod 9 is a bold, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: children's titles, packaging, posters, stickers, social graphics, playful, friendly, casual, whimsical, kidlike, approachability, handmade feel, high legibility, display impact, rounded, blunt, bouncy, soft, chunky.
A rounded, marker-like print face with thick, even strokes and softened terminals. Letterforms are compact and slightly condensed, with simplified constructions and gentle curves that keep counters open and shapes highly legible. The rhythm is lively and slightly bouncy, with small irregularities that feel hand-drawn while remaining consistent across the set. Numerals and punctuation share the same soft, chunky proportions for a cohesive texture in text.
Well-suited for short headlines, playful branding, product labels, and display copy where an easygoing, hand-made feel is desirable. It also works for educational materials and kid-focused graphics, and can hold up on screen or in print thanks to its open shapes and substantial stroke weight.
The font reads as warm and approachable, with a lighthearted tone that suggests doodled signage or classroom-friendly lettering. Its smooth, rounded shapes and confident stroke weight create an upbeat, informal voice that feels inviting rather than strict or technical.
The design appears intended to capture the friendliness of hand-printed marker lettering while staying clean and repeatable for consistent typesetting. Its rounded geometry and simplified forms prioritize approachability and readability over formality.
Uppercase forms are simple and sturdy, while lowercase maintains a clear, printed look (not cursive) with single-storey forms and rounded joins. The heavy weight produces strong color on the page, making it best when some breathing room is available in layout and line spacing.