Print Uplev 8 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, classroom materials, packaging, posters, invitations, playful, friendly, casual, quirky, hand-drawn, human warmth, approachability, informality, whimsy, simplicity, rounded, monoline, soft terminals, bouncy rhythm, irregular baseline.
A monoline, hand-drawn print style with rounded forms, soft terminals, and slightly uneven stroke rendering that mimics marker or felt-tip writing. Letter shapes are simple and open, with gentle curves and occasional asymmetries that create a lively rhythm. Proportions are compact and a bit condensed, with relatively small counters and a modest x-height, while ascenders and descenders feel pleasantly prominent. The overall texture is consistent but intentionally imperfect, with subtle variations in curve tension and stroke joins that keep the line from feeling mechanical.
This font works well where an informal, hand-lettered voice is desired: children’s and educational materials, casual packaging, short headlines, quotes, greeting cards, and event invitations. It can also serve as a personable UI accent or label style when warmth matters more than typographic rigor.
The tone is informal and approachable, with a cheerful, kid-friendly character. Its slight wobble and rounded geometry read as personal and human, suggesting spontaneity and warmth rather than precision. Overall it conveys a light, quirky energy suitable for friendly messaging.
The design appears intended to emulate neat, everyday hand printing—clean enough to read quickly, but with enough irregularity to feel authentically drawn. It prioritizes friendliness and character over strict uniformity, aiming for a relaxed, approachable presence in display and short text settings.
Capitals are straightforward and legible, while lowercase includes a mix of simple printed structures and a few more idiosyncratic details (such as single-storey forms and playful hooks) that enhance the handwritten feel. Numerals match the same rounded, monoline construction and keep a consistent, friendly color in text.