Slab Normal Ogpy 3 is a regular weight, narrow, monoline, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, book text, headlines, captions, traditional, no-nonsense, scholarly, utilitarian, readability, space-saving, traditional tone, workhorse text, slab serif, bracketed serifs, sturdy, compact, high contrast.
A compact slab serif with sturdy, bracketed rectangular serifs and a relatively tight overall footprint. Strokes are mostly even with subtle modulation, and the counters are moderately closed, producing a dense, solid text color. Caps are crisp and upright with restrained curves, while lowercase shows a short x-height with clear ascenders and descenders, helping word shapes stay distinct. Numerals are straightforward and readable, with classic proportions that align well with text settings.
Well suited for body copy in print-like layouts, including editorial pages, books, reports, and long-form reading where a firm serif texture is desirable. It can also handle short headlines and subheads when a traditional, authoritative tone is needed, and works for captions or notes where compactness helps conserve space.
The tone is practical and traditional, leaning toward an editorial, bookish feel rather than expressive display. Its firm serifs and compact rhythm communicate reliability and a slightly old-style, academic character. Overall it feels sober, workmanlike, and suited to content-forward typography.
The design appears intended as a dependable slab serif for general-purpose typesetting, balancing sturdy serifs and compact proportions to maintain clarity and a consistent text color in longer passages.
In continuous text the face builds a strong horizontal cadence through consistent serif treatment and compact spacing, giving paragraphs a stable, anchored look. The shapes avoid gimmicks, favoring familiar letterforms that prioritize clarity over personality.