Slab Contrasted Kogol 3 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font.
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A sturdy slab-serif design with a strong, even rhythm and clearly defined rectangular serifs. Strokes show noticeable but controlled contrast, with firm verticals and slightly lighter horizontals, giving letters a crisp, printed texture. Curves are compact and well-contained, and joins often form small notches and tight corners that read like deliberate shaping rather than softness. Numerals and capitals feel robust and steady, while the lowercase keeps compact counters and clear apertures that hold up well at text sizes.
Well-suited to settings that benefit from strict alignment and predictable spacing, such as code blocks, tabular data, forms, and technical documentation. The strong serifs and clear letterforms also make it effective for captions, labels, and editorial sidebars where a typewriter-like texture is desired without sacrificing solidity.
The overall tone is practical and workmanlike, with a clear typewriter/editorial association. It feels straightforward and authoritative, evoking documents, labels, and utilitarian printing rather than fashion-led minimalism. The slab detailing adds a touch of classic seriousness and a lightly vintage, mechanical character.
The design appears intended to combine the disciplined regularity of monospaced typography with the added presence and readability of slab serifs. Its shaping prioritizes consistency, legibility, and a confident printed color, aiming for a dependable workhorse that still carries a distinctive, slightly vintage voice.
Details like the footed lowercase "l", the compact, looped forms in letters like "g" and "a", and the angular handling of diagonals contribute to a technical, purposeful voice. The punctuation and spacing in the sample text emphasize a consistent, grid-like cadence that reinforces its structured feel.