Slab Rounded Gupa 4 is a light, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font.
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The design is built on a disciplined, monospaced structure with compact proportions and even color. Strokes remain fairly uniform, with sturdy slab-like serifs that end in rounded, softened terminals. Curves are controlled and slightly squared-off, counters are modest, and the overall texture is crisp and regular, producing a typewriter-like cadence in text.
It suits UI elements that benefit from aligned characters, such as code samples, terminal-style interfaces, tables, forms, and data readouts. The typewriter-like texture also works well for editorial callouts, captions, instructions, and retro-leaning branding where a structured, technical voice is desired.
This typeface conveys a utilitarian, no-nonsense tone with a hint of warmth. The steady rhythm and consistent spacing evoke a technical, procedural feel, while the softened serif treatment keeps it approachable rather than austere. Overall it reads as orderly and pragmatic, with a subtle vintage/office flavor.
The font appears designed to deliver consistent, predictable spacing and a stable text rhythm, prioritizing legibility and alignment. Its softened slabs and restrained detailing suggest an intention to balance mechanical precision with a friendlier, less brittle finish.
In the sample text, the even character widths create a strong vertical rhythm and clear word silhouettes, especially in mixed case. Numerals and capitals feel designed to sit firmly on the baseline with consistent sidebearings, reinforcing the font’s grid-like regularity.