Print Upgon 5 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, signage, children’s media, playful, handmade, quirky, friendly, retro, handmade feel, display impact, casual tone, quirky charm, condensed, rounded, soft terminals, organic, bouncy.
A condensed, hand-drawn print with thick, even strokes and softly rounded corners. Letterforms are tall and narrow with an irregular, human rhythm: verticals stay fairly straight while curves and joins show subtle wobble and swelling, giving a stamped or marker-made feel. Counters are compact, apertures tend to be tight, and terminals often end in blunted, slightly bulbous shapes. Uppercase and lowercase share the same narrow posture; figures are similarly compact and simplified, matching the overall chunky texture.
Best suited for short, punchy copy where a handmade personality is desired—posters, headlines, product packaging, café or market signage, and playful branding. It can also work for children’s materials or event promotions where a friendly, informal voice is helpful, especially at medium-to-large sizes.
The font reads as casual and characterful, balancing bold presence with an approachable, slightly goofy charm. Its uneven details and narrow proportions create an upbeat, handcrafted tone that feels nostalgic and informal rather than polished or corporate.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, condensed handwritten look that remains legible and consistent, while preserving the imperfections of drawn lettering. Its tight proportions and rounded, slightly uneven strokes suggest an aim to stand out in display contexts with a warm, quirky personality.
Spacing appears deliberately tight and columnar, producing a strong vertical cadence in text. The overall color is dark and consistent, making the face attention-grabbing at display sizes, while the condensed shapes can become dense in longer passages or at smaller sizes.