Slab Square Otby 4 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font.
Keywords: code, tables, terminal ui, forms, technical docs, technical, editorial, utilitarian, typewriter, alignment, readability, utility, data display, blocky, sturdy, square serif, mechanical, high legibility.
A sturdy slab-serif design with a monospaced rhythm and generous set width. Strokes are low-contrast and largely uniform, with squared-off, block-like serifs and terminals that give the outlines a rectilinear, engineered feel. Curves (notably in C, O, S, and numerals) are kept fairly taut and structured, while joins and corners read crisp and deliberate. The lowercase shows a straightforward, workmanlike construction with simple bowls and prominent slabs, maintaining consistent color across lines of text.
Well-suited for code samples, tabular data, and interfaces where fixed-width alignment matters, such as terminals and developer tooling. It also works effectively in technical documentation, forms, and labels where clear character separation and steady text color improve scanning.
The overall tone is practical and no-nonsense, evoking typewriter and coding-era utility with an editorial solidity. Its square serifs and even spacing create a disciplined, technical voice that feels dependable rather than expressive.
The design appears intended to provide a highly consistent, fixed-width reading experience with robust slab details that retain presence at small sizes and in dense settings. Its square-ended construction suggests an emphasis on structured layout, alignment, and functional readability.
The uniform character widths and pronounced slabs produce a strong horizontal cadence, making punctuation and numerals stand out clearly in running text. The design prioritizes clarity and consistency over calligraphic nuance, with a compact, grid-friendly presence.