Print Rikiv 4 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Flash EF' by Elsner+Flake, 'Flash SB' and 'Flash SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, 'Falcon Pro' by SoftMaker, and 'Okay' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, branding, packaging, social media, playful, casual, friendly, energetic, handmade, hand-lettered look, bold impact, approachability, motion, brushy, rounded, soft, chunky, bouncy.
A heavy, brush-like italic with rounded terminals and softly irregular contours that mimic marker or paint strokes. Letterforms are compact and chunky, with a lively forward slant and subtle waviness in stroke edges that keeps the texture handmade rather than geometric. Curves are emphasized over sharp corners, counters stay open enough for display use, and spacing feels slightly elastic, contributing to a buoyant, informal rhythm in words and lines.
Works well for posters, headlines, packaging, and branding moments that need a warm, informal voice. It’s especially effective in short-to-medium display copy—such as social posts, invitations, menu headers, and product callouts—where its brushy texture and forward motion can carry the message.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a spontaneous, hand-lettered personality. Its thick, cushioned shapes read as friendly and youthful, lending a casual confidence that fits fun, everyday messaging rather than formal typography.
Likely designed to capture the immediacy of bold hand-lettering in a consistent, repeatable font, balancing thick, rounded strokes with a dynamic italic stance for high-impact display typography.
Capitals carry a simplified, sign-like construction that pairs well with the rounder lowercase, while numerals keep the same bold, brushed energy for consistent headings and short callouts. The strong slant and dense strokes create a distinctive texture that stands out best when given room, especially in short phrases.