Slab Rounded Tedi 5 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font.
Keywords: code, ui labels, editorial, packaging, posters, typewriter, friendly, retro, workmanlike, approachable, warm typewriter, practical readability, retro utility, rounded serifs, soft corners, heavy dots, sturdy, readable.
A sturdy slab-serif design with generously rounded corners and terminals, creating a soft, molded look rather than sharp, chiseled edges. Strokes stay even throughout, with broad shoulders and open counters that keep shapes clear at text sizes. Serifs are blocky yet blunted, and joins are smooth, giving the letterforms a consistent, slightly cushioned rhythm. The numerals are similarly robust, with simple construction and rounded feet and tops that match the overall tone.
It works well where a dependable, legible voice is needed with a hint of vintage character—code samples, terminals, dashboards, and technical UI labels, as well as editorial pull quotes and short blocks of text. The rounded slabs also lend themselves to packaging, signage, and poster typography where a friendly, robust presence is desirable.
The face reads as typewriter-adjacent and nostalgic, but with a warmer, less mechanical feel due to its rounded details. It conveys an approachable, practical tone—confident and utilitarian without feeling harsh or overly formal.
The design appears intended to blend typewriter clarity with softened, rounded slab details, preserving a practical, engineered structure while adding warmth and approachability. Its consistent rhythm and sturdy shapes suggest an emphasis on steady readability and a recognizable, retro-leaning texture.
Punctuation and dots (notably the i/j dots) appear heavy and circular, reinforcing the rounded theme. The overall texture is dense and steady, with clear differentiation between similar forms (such as I/l/1 and O/0) aided by slab features and simple, legible shaping.