Slab Rounded Teko 3 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, packaging, posters, branding, signage, friendly, retro, approachable, playful, workmanlike, softened slab, friendly readability, retro tone, everyday utility, rounded slabs, soft corners, sturdy, warm, casual.
A sturdy slab-serif with softly rounded corners and blunted terminals that give the forms a cushioned, approachable feel. Strokes are fairly even, with minimal contrast, and the serifs read as short, bracketless slabs that often end in rounded “pads.” Proportions are generous and open, with round counters and a steady rhythm in text; the lowercase shows simple, straightforward construction (single-storey a and g) and a clean, compact join structure in letters like n, m, and h. Numerals follow the same softened slab logic, maintaining a consistent weight and clear silhouettes.
Works well for editorial headings and short-to-medium text where a strong, friendly slab presence is desired. Its soft slabs and even color suit packaging, café/retail branding, posters, and signage that need clarity with a personable tone. It can also fit UI or product copy in larger sizes where warmth and legibility are priorities.
The overall tone is friendly and slightly nostalgic, evoking typewriter/printing ephemera without the roughness of distressed faces. Rounded slab details add warmth and accessibility, keeping the voice casual and inviting while still feeling dependable and readable.
Likely intended as a contemporary, rounded take on the classic slab-serif: solid and readable, but intentionally softened to feel more human and approachable. The design emphasizes consistent texture and clear letterforms while using rounded slab terminals to inject personality and charm.
Large, dark punctuation and rounded serif “feet” create a pronounced baseline texture, which can add personality in headlines and pull quotes. The wide set and open interiors help keep longer lines readable, while the softened corners temper the otherwise robust, industrial slab structure.