Inline Katu 2 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Aspira' by Durotype, 'Avenir Next Paneuropean' by Linotype, 'Clear Sans Text' by Positype, 'Almarose' by S&C Type, 'Infoma' by Stawix, 'TT Commons™️ Pro' and 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType, and 'URW Geometric' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, logos, event promos, playful, retro, industrial, festive, crafty, add texture, create novelty, evoke marquee, industrial flair, headline impact, perforated, rounded, geometric, stencil-like, display.
A heavy, rounded sans with simple geometric construction and softly squared terminals. Each glyph is filled and then peppered with small, evenly spaced circular cut-outs that read like perforations, creating an inline-like texture within the strokes. Counters are open and generous for a display face, with straightforward proportions and a steady rhythm that keeps the pattern feeling consistent across capitals, lowercase, and numerals. Curves (C, G, O, S) stay smooth and full, while diagonals (A, V, W, X) remain sturdy and uncluttered despite the internal detailing.
Best suited to headlines and short phrases where the perforated detailing can be appreciated, such as posters, event promotions, product packaging, and bold wordmarks. It can also work for labels or signage in contexts that benefit from a tactile, crafted, or industrial flavor; for long text, the interior pattern may feel busy.
The perforated interior gives the face a lively, crafted feel—part marquee, part riveted metal, part punch-card texture. It reads as upbeat and attention-seeking, with a novelty edge that can feel vintage or industrial depending on color and context.
The design appears intended to combine a sturdy rounded sans skeleton with a decorative inline/perforation effect, adding texture and personality without changing the overall silhouette. The consistent dot pattern suggests an aim for a ready-made display look that stands out quickly while remaining structurally simple and readable at larger sizes.
The internal cut-outs are small enough to act as texture at larger sizes but become a primary feature at medium display sizes, so spacing and scale will strongly affect legibility. The distinctive surface pattern is uniform across letters and figures, helping headlines look cohesive while still feeling decorative.