Print Akbiv 12 is a light, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: packaging, labels, posters, cards, social graphics, friendly, casual, playful, approachable, handmade, handwritten voice, approachability, informal branding, everyday notes, monoline, upright-leaning, rounded, open counters, soft terminals.
A monoline, hand-drawn print style with a gentle rightward lean and softly rounded terminals. Strokes stay even and smooth with subtle wobble, giving a natural marker/pen rhythm rather than mechanical geometry. Letterforms are mostly open and airy, with generous interior counters and simple construction; curves are broad and slightly flattened in places, and joins are kept uncomplicated. Proportions are compact and slightly condensed overall, with straightforward caps and a clean, readable lowercase that avoids connecting strokes.
This font works well for short-to-medium text in casual contexts such as packaging callouts, labels, invitations and greeting cards, posters, and social media graphics. It’s especially suitable where a personable handwritten voice is needed while maintaining clear letter differentiation for readability.
The overall tone is warm and informal, like neat handwriting used for labels or quick notes. Its slightly bouncy rhythm and softened shapes feel friendly and unpretentious, lending a lighthearted, human touch without becoming messy or overly expressive.
The design appears intended to mimic tidy, everyday handwriting with a consistent stroke and relaxed slant, prioritizing approachability and quick readability over formal calligraphic detail. It aims to provide a reliable handwritten texture for friendly branding and informal communication.
Uppercase forms read as simplified handwritten capitals with consistent stroke endings, while the lowercase keeps a steady baseline and clear silhouettes. Numerals follow the same monoline logic and remain legible, with rounded curves and minimal ornamentation, supporting a cohesive everyday handwritten look.