Print Aplas 8 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, kids, greeting cards, playful, quirky, friendly, casual, whimsical, approachability, handmade feel, space saving, cheerfulness, monoline, rounded, tall, condensed, bouncy.
A tall, condensed handwritten print with monoline strokes and softly rounded terminals. Letterforms keep a consistent upright stance while showing gentle irregularities in stroke endings and curvature, creating a human, drawn-on-paper feel. Counters tend to be narrow and vertical, with simplified shapes and minimal detailing; curves are smooth rather than angular, and overall spacing feels airy due to the slim proportions. Numerals follow the same narrow, lightly uneven rhythm, with simple, legible constructions.
Works well for headlines, short blurbs, and display text where a personable, hand-drawn voice is desired—such as packaging, café menus, greeting cards, classroom materials, and kid-oriented or crafty branding. The condensed build can be useful when space is tight while still keeping an informal tone.
The font conveys a lighthearted, approachable tone—informal and slightly eccentric without becoming messy. Its narrow, springy rhythm gives it a whimsical personality that reads as friendly and handmade, suited to cheerful messaging and casual branding.
The likely intention is to offer an easygoing handwritten print that feels human and upbeat, combining consistent construction with just enough irregularity to avoid a mechanical look. Its condensed proportions suggest a focus on fitting lively, friendly text into compact layouts.
The design leans on verticality and compact widths, giving words a tall silhouette on the line. Subtle variations in curves and terminal shapes add charm while maintaining readability, especially at display and short-text sizes.