Slab Square Ahfu 1 is a light, wide, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, ui labels, technical documentation, packaging, posters, typewriter, technical, retro, orderly, utilitarian, clarity, functionality, typewriter homage, structured tone, versatility, slab serif, square serif, low contrast, open counters, rounded corners.
This font is a low-contrast slab serif with an even, monoline-like stroke and sturdy, square-ended serifs. Letterforms are broadly proportioned with generous spacing and open counters, giving the texture an airy, readable rhythm. Corners and joins are slightly softened, and curves are clean and controlled, while stems remain straight and steady. The lowercase is straightforward and legible, with a single-storey “a” and simple, functional shapes that keep wordforms clear.
It works well for editorial typography, product and packaging copy, and interface or diagram labeling where clarity and a controlled texture matter. The wide proportions and open shapes also make it suitable for headlines and short blocks of text that need a clean, structured voice.
The overall tone feels typewriter-adjacent and utilitarian, with a calm, methodical presence. Its square serifs and measured rhythm suggest an engineered, no-nonsense character that reads as retro without becoming decorative.
The design appears intended to deliver a crisp slab-serif voice with typewriter-inspired practicality, balancing sturdy terminals with restrained detailing to remain readable across display and text settings.
Numerals are simple and tabular-looking in spirit, with clear distinctions between forms and minimal ornament. The capitals carry a composed, signage-like solidity, while the lowercase maintains a practical, text-friendly cadence.