Print Tykoy 9 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, children’s media, branding, playful, handmade, friendly, quirky, storybook, approachability, handmade feel, display impact, informal voice, rounded, soft terminals, casual, bouncy, chubby strokes.
A compact, hand-drawn print face with thick, gently modulated strokes and rounded, brushlike terminals. The letterforms are narrow and vertically oriented, with softly irregular curves and a lively baseline rhythm that keeps the texture informal without becoming chaotic. Counters are relatively small and rounded, joins are smooth, and many shapes show subtle flare and taper that suggests marker or brush pressure. Uppercase forms are simple and sturdy, while lowercase adds more personality through curved descenders and slightly varied proportions.
This font works best for short to medium-length text where personality is a feature—headlines, posters, packaging, café menus, and playful branding. It also suits children’s titles and informal editorial callouts where a friendly, hand-rendered voice is desired.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, with a playful, storybook charm. Its slightly quirky construction reads as human and conversational, making text feel friendly and unpretentious rather than formal or corporate.
The design appears intended to capture the feel of quickly drawn, unconnected lettering with consistent weight and a cheerful rhythm. It prioritizes approachability and visual flavor over strict geometric precision, aiming for an expressive, display-forward reading experience.
Numerals follow the same rounded, hand-made logic and keep strong color at display sizes. In longer lines, the dense strokes and tight inner spaces create a dark texture, so generous tracking and comfortable line spacing help maintain clarity.