Serif Normal Iplod 4 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, newspapers, reports, classic, bookish, formal, literary, traditional, text setting, legibility, traditional tone, editorial utility, bracketed, oldstyle, crisp, balanced, readable.
A conventional serif with bracketed serifs and gently modulated strokes, showing a steady, even color in text. Capitals are broadly proportioned with restrained detailing, while the lowercase uses open counters and rounded joins for clear internal space. Terminals are mostly teardrop-like or softly tapered, and curves (notably in C, S, and e) are smooth and controlled rather than sharp. Figures appear lining with classic shapes, including a curled 2 and a rounded 3, matching the text style.
Well-suited to long-form reading contexts such as books, essays, and magazine features where a familiar serif voice supports comfortable flow. It also fits reports, academic or institutional materials, and other settings that benefit from a conservative, professional typographic palette.
The overall tone is traditional and literary, evoking the feel of established book typography and editorial design. Its restrained details and calm rhythm read as trustworthy and formal without looking ornate or decorative.
The design appears intended as a dependable general-purpose text serif: familiar proportions, moderate detailing, and a consistent typographic color geared toward continuous reading rather than display effect.
The sample text shows stable spacing and a consistent rhythm across mixed-case passages, with punctuation and numerals blending naturally into running text. The serif treatment stays understated, helping maintain a clean texture at larger and moderate sizes.