Print Kygiv 9 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Double Porter' by Fenotype, 'Miguel De Northern' by Graphicxell, 'Catorze27 Style 1' by Scannerlicker, 'Black Ridge' by ZP Fonts, and 'Bergam' by vuuuds (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, kids media, playful, friendly, folksy, retro, quirky, hand-drawn charm, bold display, approachability, retro flavor, high impact, rounded, soft, chunky, compact, bouncy.
A compact, heavy display face with softly rounded terminals and a hand-drawn, marker-like rhythm. Strokes are thick and largely uniform, with subtly uneven edges and occasional swelling that keeps the texture organic rather than geometric. Counters are small and simplified, and many joins are blunted, giving letters a chunky, cutout-like silhouette. Proportions are tight and vertically oriented, with short extenders and a consistently stout presence across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals.
This font works best for short, high-impact text where its chunky silhouettes can carry the message—headlines, posters, labels, and playful branding. It’s also well-suited to packaging and signage that benefits from a friendly, handcrafted feel. For longer passages, its dense weight and tight counters may be better used in moderation as an accent type.
The font communicates an upbeat, approachable tone with a slightly quirky, homemade charm. Its chunky shapes and soft corners feel casual and inviting, leaning toward a retro craft or kids’ media sensibility rather than a polished corporate voice.
The design appears intended to provide a bold, hand-rendered display voice that stays readable while preserving an informal, drawn character. It prioritizes warmth and personality over precision, aiming for a consistent, poster-ready texture across the character set.
Uppercase forms read as simplified and poster-friendly, while the lowercase maintains a lively, handwritten personality with compact bowls and short tails. Numerals match the same weight and rounding, staying bold and legible while retaining the informal, drawn quality.