Print Goner 5 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, signage, kids media, playful, quirky, handmade, retro, friendly, handmade charm, compact display, casual voice, attention grabbing, condensed, rounded, irregular, bouncy, inked.
A condensed, hand-drawn print style with thick, rounded strokes and subtly uneven contours that mimic marker or brush lettering. The glyphs keep a consistent overall stroke weight while showing small variations in curve tension and terminal shaping, giving a lively, slightly wobbly rhythm. Counters are compact and apertures tend to be narrow, with simplified forms and soft corners that keep the texture solid in short lines. Numerals and capitals follow the same narrow proportions, maintaining a tightly packed silhouette with gentle, organic inconsistencies.
Best suited for short-to-medium display settings such as posters, headlines, product packaging, labels, and informal signage where a compact footprint is useful. It can also work for kids-oriented materials or playful editorial callouts, especially when set with generous leading to balance its tall, condensed texture.
The font reads as casual and expressive, with a lighthearted, slightly offbeat personality. Its narrow, bouncy forms suggest handmade signage and playful display typography, delivering energy without becoming chaotic.
The design appears intended to provide a compact, attention-grabbing handwritten print voice that feels informal and approachable. It emphasizes personality and rhythm over geometric precision, aiming for a lively, handcrafted look that remains legible in display sizes.
Spacing appears fairly tight and the condensed width amplifies vertical emphasis, which can make long passages feel dense at smaller sizes. The design’s charm comes from its controlled irregularity—consistent enough to feel intentional, but imperfect enough to stay human.