Print Lidib 9 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, kids branding, social graphics, playful, quirky, friendly, casual, handmade, handmade warmth, casual readability, space-saving display, playful branding, rounded terminals, bouncy rhythm, tall ascenders, condensed spacing, soft corners.
This font presents a hand-drawn print style with tall, condensed letterforms and a lively, uneven rhythm. Strokes are thick and mostly monoline, with subtly blunted, rounded terminals that keep shapes soft rather than sharp. Counters are compact and simplified, and the overall proportions feel narrow with frequent tall ascenders and descenders that add vertical energy. Spacing is slightly irregular in a natural, handwritten way, while the character set maintains consistent stroke texture and a cohesive, sketchy finish.
It works best in headlines, short phrases, and packaging or label contexts where a personable, handmade voice is desirable. The condensed proportions help fit more characters into tight spaces, making it useful for posters, social graphics, and punchy callouts. For longer reading, it will be most comfortable with generous size and leading.
The tone is informal and upbeat, with a quirky, approachable personality that feels human and spontaneous. Its narrow, tall silhouettes and soft endings give it a whimsical, slightly storybook flavor without becoming overly decorative. Overall it reads as friendly and expressive, suited to lighthearted messaging.
The design appears intended to capture an informal marker/brush-pen print feel—bold, narrow, and highly legible—while preserving small imperfections that signal authenticity. It aims to balance playful character with clear forms that hold up in display settings.
Capital forms are straightforward and legible, while lowercase shows more personality through simplified bowls and occasional asymmetries. Numerals follow the same condensed, hand-rendered logic, staying bold and clear at display sizes. The narrow build and strong verticality make text feel energetic, but also increase the sense of tightness in longer passages.