Serif Normal Yide 7 is a light, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, body text, academic, reports, classic, literary, refined, formal, scholarly, readability, text setting, editorial utility, classic tone, bracketed, crisp, elegant, bookish, traditional.
A conventional serif with bracketed serifs, moderate stroke modulation, and a calm, vertical stance. The letterforms show crisp terminals and clean joins, with slightly tapered stems and compact, controlled curves that keep the texture even in paragraph settings. Proportions feel reserved and text-oriented, with clear differentiation in capitals and a straightforward two-storey structure where expected (e.g., the double-storey “g”). Numerals align with the same restrained, old-style-influenced rhythm, maintaining consistent weight and spacing alongside the letters.
Well-suited for body copy in books, journals, and editorial layouts where a consistent serif texture and comfortable reading rhythm are priorities. It can also serve headings and subheads in text-heavy documents, pairing cleanly with a neutral sans for supporting UI or caption work.
The overall tone is traditional and composed, evoking familiar book typography and editorial restraint rather than display drama. It reads as serious and dependable, with a quiet elegance suited to long-form, information-first typography.
The design appears intended as a conventional, text-first serif that prioritizes familiarity and readability, offering a balanced, understated voice appropriate for formal and content-rich typography.
The sample text shows steady word shapes and a smooth baseline rhythm, with serifs that help guide horizontal flow without becoming decorative. Counters are open enough for clarity, while curves remain compact to preserve a dense, page-like color.