Print Elma 5 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, book covers, quotes, social media, casual, playful, human, sketchy, quirky, hand-lettered feel, casual voice, organic texture, lively display, brushy, slanted, narrow, bouncy, irregular.
A condensed, hand-drawn print style with a consistent rightward slant and slightly variable letter widths. Strokes look brush-pen or marker-like, with tapered ends, occasional thickened joints, and subtly uneven edges that preserve a natural, made-by-hand texture. The forms are simple and open, with rounded bowls and loose terminals; spacing and baselines feel gently irregular, creating a lively rhythm. Lowercase is compact with short extenders, and numerals follow the same narrow, handwritten construction.
Works best for short-to-medium display text such as posters, packaging callouts, book covers, pull quotes, invitations, and social media graphics where a personal, hand-rendered voice is desired. It can also suit labels, menus, and casual branding applications that benefit from an informal, energetic signature-like presence.
The overall tone is friendly and informal, with a quick, personal feel that reads like casual note-taking or hand-lettered captions. Its narrow, energetic shapes add a slightly mischievous, indie character while staying approachable and legible at display sizes.
Likely designed to mimic quick hand lettering with a brush or marker—capturing natural stroke variation, slight wobble, and compact proportions to deliver an authentic, informal display texture.
The sample text shows good coherence across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, with intentional inconsistencies that enhance authenticity rather than looking broken. The narrow set and slanted posture give lines a forward motion, while the brushy modulation keeps it warm and tactile.