Print Afkaw 3 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Applied Sans' by Monotype and 'Pragmatica' by ParaType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: branding, posters, packaging, social media, quotes, friendly, casual, playful, approachable, handmade, handwritten feel, friendly tone, informal branding, readable display, rounded, soft terminals, bouncy baseline, slanted, smooth.
A smooth, rounded handwritten print with a consistent rightward slant and low-contrast strokes. Forms are built from simplified, gently curved shapes with soft, blunted terminals and occasional taper-like narrowing at joins, creating an easy, flowing rhythm. Proportions are slightly variable from letter to letter, with open counters and generous spacing that keeps the texture airy even in longer text.
This font works well for brand touchpoints that benefit from an approachable voice—packaging, café or boutique identity, and casual product labeling. It’s also a strong choice for posters, social graphics, greeting-style layouts, and quote cards where a friendly, handwritten texture helps the message feel more personal.
The overall tone is warm and informal, with a relaxed, conversational energy. Its bouncy, slightly uneven handwriting character reads as personal and friendly rather than formal or technical, lending a lighthearted feel to headlines and short passages.
The design appears intended to mimic neat, quick marker or pen lettering in an unconnected print style, balancing informal charm with dependable readability. Its consistent slant and rounded construction suggest a goal of creating a lively handwritten look that remains clean and usable across display and short text settings.
Uppercase characters are clean and legible with rounded corners, while the lowercase maintains a single-storey, handwritten simplicity that emphasizes clarity over strict geometric consistency. Numerals match the same soft, handwritten logic, favoring rounded curves and smooth diagonals for a cohesive set.