Print Linin 5 is a bold, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, kids media, headlines, signage, playful, friendly, handmade, whimsical, casual, handmade charm, friendly impact, casual voice, playful display, rounded, bouncy, quirky, chunky, soft.
A compact, hand-drawn print style with chunky strokes and rounded terminals. Letters are tightly proportioned with a tall, narrow silhouette and slightly irregular widths, giving a natural written rhythm rather than rigid geometric consistency. Curves are full and soft, counters are relatively small, and joins show subtle wobble and brush-like swelling that reinforces the informal construction. Numerals match the alphabet’s narrow stance and heavy presence, staying legible while retaining the same organic irregularity.
Works best for short, attention-grabbing text such as posters, playful packaging, event titles, signage, and social graphics. It can also fit children’s content and casual branding where a friendly handmade voice is desirable, especially at display sizes where its texture and quirks can be appreciated.
The tone is warm and approachable, with a lively, bouncy cadence that feels conversational and lighthearted. Its handmade unevenness reads as personable and crafty rather than polished or corporate, making it well suited to cheerful, informal messaging.
Designed to deliver a bold, personable handwritten feel in an unconnected print form, prioritizing charm and immediacy over typographic precision. The narrow proportions and sturdy strokes aim to keep the style impactful while maintaining an informal, approachable character.
The narrow set and heavy strokes create strong color on the line, so spacing and line-height choices will noticeably affect readability in longer passages. The overall texture stays consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures, with a deliberately imperfect, drawn-by-hand personality.