Print Sikef 5 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, children’s media, branding, playful, friendly, quirky, casual, retro, approachability, informality, display impact, whimsy, rounded, bouncy, soft terminals, compact, chunky.
A compact, rounded display face with thick strokes, soft corners, and minimal contrast. The letterforms lean on simple geometric skeletons but keep a hand-drawn feel through slightly uneven curves, asymmetrical joins, and lively stroke endings. Counters are generally small and closed, with generous rounding that makes the shapes feel puffy and cohesive. Spacing appears steady and tight, supporting a dense, rhythmic texture in words and lines.
Best suited for short text where personality matters—headlines, posters, packaging callouts, social graphics, and logo/brand lockups. It also fits children’s content, playful editorial titling, and signage where a friendly, informal voice is desired.
The overall tone is warm, informal, and humorous, with a bouncy rhythm that feels approachable rather than formal. Its rounded, slightly quirky shapes suggest a lighthearted, kid-friendly personality that can also read as retro or novelty in larger sizes.
The design appears intended to deliver a hand-drawn, approachable look with strong readability at display sizes, prioritizing charm and soft geometry over strict typographic regularity. Its compact proportions and rounded construction aim to create a bold, friendly texture that stands out in titles and punchy phrases.
Distinctive features include very rounded terminals throughout, simplified bowl constructions, and a friendly, cartoon-like consistency across caps, lowercase, and numerals. The numerals share the same soft, chunky modeling, keeping the overall color even in mixed text.