Slab Square Afmel 4 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, newspaper, magazine, posters, packaging, editorial, vintage, formal, bookish, authoritative, space saving, editorial tone, display clarity, print flavor, condensed, slab serif, bracketed serifs, flat terminals, vertical stress.
A condensed slab-serif with tall proportions, tight horizontal space, and a steady, low-contrast stroke. Serifs are sturdy and mostly square-ended with subtle bracketing, giving a firm baseline and clear stops at stroke endings. Counters are relatively compact and the overall rhythm is vertical and even, with narrow joins and crisp, upright construction. Figures follow the same condensed, upright logic, with clean curves and minimal modulation.
Well-suited to headlines, subheads, and tight layouts where space is limited but a traditional, typographic presence is desired. It can work for editorial systems, newspaper-style treatments, posters, and packaging that benefits from a condensed slab-serif voice and a firm, readable texture.
The tone is disciplined and editorial, combining a vintage, print-era flavor with a straightforward seriousness. Its narrow stance and sturdy serifs create an authoritative, slightly old-style voice without feeling decorative or playful.
The font appears designed to deliver a compact, high-impact slab-serif look for display and editorial use, prioritizing narrow fit, consistent color on the page, and a classic print sensibility.
The design emphasizes verticality and economy of width, producing a dense, column-friendly texture. In longer text the consistent stroke weight and strong serifs help maintain clarity, while the condensed proportions add urgency and a classic newspaper-like presence.