Slab Square Bata 3 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, posters, packaging, headlines, labels, typewriter, retro, utilitarian, industrial, typewriter feel, vintage print, sturdy readability, bold presence, slab serif, bracketed slabs, inked, uneven texture, blunt terminals.
A sturdy slab-serif with compact proportions and assertive, blocky serifs. Strokes show noticeable contrast and slightly irregular edges, creating an inked, worn texture rather than a perfectly geometric finish. Terminals are generally blunt and squared, with subtle bracketing where serifs meet stems, and counters remain open enough to stay clear at text sizes. Overall rhythm is steady but not rigid, with a mildly uneven color that suggests impression or typewriter-like printing.
Well-suited to editorial headlines and subheads, poster typography, and packaging or label systems where a bold, analog texture is desirable. It can also work for short paragraphs or pull quotes when you want a typewriter-inspired voice and strong letterform presence.
The font conveys a pragmatic, analog feel—retro and workmanlike, with a hint of roughness that reads as authentic rather than decorative. Its tone suits contexts that want a matter-of-fact voice with a vintage or mechanical undertone.
The design appears intended to blend the clarity of a slab serif with the imperfect, printed feel of mechanical or stamped lettering. It prioritizes strong silhouettes and confident terminals while adding a lightly distressed texture to evoke vintage production methods.
In the sample text, the face maintains a consistent line color and recognizable word shapes, while the textured edges add character without overwhelming legibility. Numerals and capitals appear robust and signage-friendly, and the slabs give the design a confident, stamped presence.