Cursive Efdut 4 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, social media, packaging, casual, friendly, lively, expressive, contemporary, handwritten feel, casual voice, dynamic motion, compact display, brushy, slanted, monoline, airy, fluid.
A slanted, brush-pen script with smooth, rounded joins and a mostly monoline stroke that thickens subtly on curves and pressure-like turns. Letterforms are compact and tall with a narrow overall footprint, producing an energetic vertical rhythm. Counters are modest and often open, and terminals tend to taper into soft points or rounded flicks. Connections appear optional: many lowercase letters link naturally in words, while capitals often stand alone with simple looped entry strokes.
Works best for short to medium-length text where a handwritten voice is desired, such as headlines, logos, product labels, invitations, quotes, and social graphics. The compact width and strong slant help it stay readable at display sizes, while the brushy rhythm adds personality to titles and emphasis lines.
The font reads as informal and personable, with a quick handwritten pace and a light, upbeat tone. Its narrow, forward-leaning motion feels energetic and modern, giving text a conversational, approachable character rather than a formal calligraphic one.
Designed to emulate fast, confident brush handwriting with a clean, contemporary smoothness, prioritizing momentum and personality over formal penmanship. The narrow proportions and restrained contrast aim for a versatile script that feels expressive without becoming overly decorative.
Capitals show simplified, marker-like constructions with occasional looped forms (notably in letters like A, B, and G), while lowercase maintains consistent spacing and a steady baseline drift typical of handwriting. Numerals follow the same slanted, handwritten logic, with smooth curves and minimal ornament, keeping mixed text cohesive.