Typewriter Tody 7 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, labels, editorial, props, retro, utilitarian, gritty, analog, industrial, typewritten texture, vintage ephemera, rugged utility, document look, slab serif, rounded corners, inked, weathered, stamped.
A heavy, monoline serif design with blocky slab terminals and consistently wide letterforms that align on a fixed rhythm. Strokes end in softened, rounded corners and show subtle edge wobble and fill irregularities, creating a lightly worn, inked-on-paper look. Counters are fairly open for the weight, and shapes stay compact and sturdy with clear, mechanical construction across capitals, lowercase, and numerals.
Works well for headlines and short-to-medium text where a mechanical, printed-document voice is desired—posters, packaging, labels, and editorial callouts. It also fits themed graphics and production design where a tactile, typed or stamped texture helps convey era and authenticity.
The overall tone is practical and no-nonsense, with a nostalgic, analog feel. The slight distressing and uneven inking add a rugged, lived-in character that suggests documents, labels, and older equipment rather than sleek modern interfaces.
The design appears intended to evoke mechanical typing and ink transfer, pairing strict spacing and sturdy slabs with controlled roughness for an authentic, imperfect print texture. It aims to balance legibility with character by keeping forms consistent while letting the edges feel slightly worn.
The sample text shows strong line-to-line consistency and an even texture at paragraph sizes, while the softened edges keep the weight from feeling overly rigid. Numerals share the same sturdy build and rounded slab endings, reinforcing the cohesive, stamped impression.