Print Gabid 5 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Battle Cry', 'Battle Scarred', 'Dynamic Duo', and 'Whatchamacallit' by Comicraft; 'FF Clan' by FontFont; 'Muller Next' by Fontfabric; 'Gotham' by Hoefler & Co.; and 'Kaarna' by LetterMaker (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, kids, signage, playful, quirky, casual, retro, friendly, handmade feel, display impact, playful tone, casual branding, chunky, hand-drawn, bouncy, irregular, soft-cornered.
A chunky, hand-drawn print style with compact proportions and a lively, uneven rhythm. Strokes stay broadly consistent in thickness, with softly blunted terminals and slightly wobbly edges that keep the texture organic rather than geometric. Counters are small-to-moderate and often slightly off-center, and round shapes appear subtly squared, giving the alphabet a sturdy, cutout-like feel. Width and sidebearings vary per glyph, creating a natural, informal spacing pattern that reads best at display sizes.
Well suited for posters, headlines, labels, and packaging that need an informal, attention-getting voice. It can also work for kid-oriented materials, casual branding, and short-form signage where a hand-made, chunky presence helps convey friendliness and humor.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a mischievous, cartoon-leaning energy. Its irregularities feel intentional and charming, suggesting handmade signage or playful packaging rather than formal editorial typography.
Likely designed to deliver a bold, handmade print look that feels spontaneous and human, prioritizing personality and impact over strict regularity. The consistent heaviness and softly irregular outlines aim to create an approachable display face with a distinctive, playful texture.
Capitals are tall and blocky with simplified structures, while lowercase maintains the same weight and texture for a cohesive set. Numerals match the heavy, hand-rendered character and feel especially suited to big, attention-grabbing uses where the roughened silhouette can be appreciated.