Slab Square Abbup 3 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font.
Keywords: code, tabular data, terminal ui, captions, packaging, typewriter, utilitarian, technical, editorial, retro, alignment, clarity, typewriter feel, durability, square serifs, blocky, sturdy, crisp, bracketless.
A sturdy slab-serif design with blocky, square-ended serifs and largely uniform stroke weight. The proportions read broad and steady, with generous counters and clear, open forms. Terminals are flat and crisp, and curves are constructed with a slightly squared-off, engineered feel rather than calligraphic modulation. The lowercase shows a two-storey a and g, a compact ear on g, and a single-storey-style, straightforward r; numerals are simple and robust with prominent top/bottom horizontals on several figures.
Well-suited to contexts that benefit from strict alignment and a steady typographic cadence, such as code-like layouts, tables, forms, and terminal-style interfaces. It can also work for short editorial elements—captions, labels, and callouts—where a structured, typewriter-leaning slab voice is desirable.
The overall tone feels practical and workmanlike, evoking typewritten documents and no-nonsense technical labeling. Its squared details and even rhythm give it a matter-of-fact, dependable voice with a subtle retro, mechanical flavor.
The design appears intended to combine the disciplined spacing and alignment of a fixed-width face with the assertive presence of slab serifs. It prioritizes clarity, consistency, and a mechanical rhythm over expressive contrast or soft, handwritten qualities.
The rigid, consistent set width creates a strong vertical rhythm in text, while the chunky serifs add distinct anchoring at the baseline and cap line. Apertures remain fairly open, helping the design stay legible despite the heavy, geometric detailing.