Print Edmay 5 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, kids, greeting cards, playful, quirky, casual, handmade, friendly, hand-lettered feel, casual warmth, playful display, human texture, brushy, inked, lively, irregular, rustic.
This typeface has a hand-drawn, marker-like construction with slightly wobbly strokes and softened, rounded terminals. Letterforms are compact and generally narrow, with a lively, uneven rhythm created by subtle shifts in stroke thickness and small variations in curve tension. Counters are open and simple, and many glyphs show gentle asymmetries typical of quick pen or brush lettering. Overall spacing feels natural rather than mechanical, reinforcing the informal, made-by-hand character.
It works best in display settings such as headlines, short captions, posters, and packaging where a friendly, informal voice is desired. The lively texture also suits invitations, greeting cards, classroom materials, and playful brand accents, especially at medium to large sizes.
The font conveys a lighthearted, approachable tone with a quirky, human presence. Its imperfect edges and energetic shapes feel casual and personable, suggesting notes, crafts, and playful storytelling rather than formal communication.
The design appears intended to mimic quick, confident hand lettering in ink or marker, balancing legibility with visible human variation. Its narrow, compact forms help fit longer words into tight spaces while maintaining a casual, expressive feel.
Capitals and lowercase share a consistent handmade logic, with tall, slender verticals and rounded bowls that keep text readable while retaining personality. Numerals follow the same drawn style, with smooth curves and slight irregularities that match the letterforms.