Print Uslev 3 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: children’s design, packaging, posters, headlines, social graphics, playful, friendly, casual, handmade, quirky, handwritten warmth, casual readability, playful display, human texture, rounded, bouncy, monoline-ish, soft terminals, loose rhythm.
This font has a hand-drawn print look with narrow, slightly variable character widths and a lively, uneven rhythm. Strokes feel marker-like with gently tapered ends, rounded corners, and subtle wobble that keeps the texture organic rather than geometric. Capitals are tall and simple with softened joins, while lowercase forms are compact with a short x-height and open, readable counters. Overall spacing is airy and forgiving, and the consistent stroke presence helps the alphabet hold together despite the intentionally imperfect outlines.
It works best for short-to-medium text where an informal, human touch is desirable—such as children’s materials, playful packaging, posters, invitations, and social media graphics. The narrow proportions can also help fit punchy headlines into tight spaces while maintaining a friendly tone.
The tone is warm and approachable, with a cheerful, off-the-cuff personality that reads like casual handwriting cleaned up for display. Its quirky irregularities add charm and informality, making text feel conversational and light rather than formal or corporate.
The design appears intended to mimic quick, confident hand lettering: readable print forms with deliberate irregularities for personality. It prioritizes charm and approachability over strict typographic precision, aiming for an easygoing handwritten voice in display and casual editorial contexts.
The numerals and caps share the same handmade energy, keeping a cohesive feel across mixed-case settings. At larger sizes the wobbly contours and terminal flicks become a defining texture, while in longer text the narrow proportions help keep lines compact without feeling rigid.