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Print Tidis 16 is a very bold, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.

Keywords: headlines, packaging, posters, social media, kids content, playful, friendly, handmade, casual, retro, hand-lettered feel, casual branding, playful display, bold impact, brushy, rounded, bouncy, chunky, inky.

A compact, hand-drawn print face with thick, brush-like strokes and softly rounded terminals. Letterforms are upright with lively, slightly uneven contours that preserve a marker/brush texture rather than geometric precision. Curves are generous and counters tend to be tight, giving the text a dense, punchy color. Spacing and widths vary by glyph, creating an energetic rhythm that reads as intentionally informal while remaining broadly consistent across the set.

Best suited to short-to-medium display settings where a bold, friendly voice is needed—such as posters, packaging, stickers, social graphics, and playful branding. It can also work for short blurbs or pull quotes, especially when an informal, hand-lettered feel is desired over typographic neutrality.

The overall tone is cheerful and approachable, with a handmade warmth that feels casual and conversational. Its bouncy proportions and soft edges add a touch of retro charm, making the voice feel fun and personable rather than formal or corporate.

The design appears intended to mimic quick, confident hand-lettering with a broad marker or brush, balancing legibility with an expressive, homemade texture. It prioritizes personality and impact, aiming to deliver a welcoming, upbeat look for display-driven typography.

Uppercase forms are simple and sturdy, while lowercase adds more personality through single-storey shapes and rounded bowls. Numerals match the same brushy weight and softness, keeping headings and short numeric callouts visually cohesive with text.