Serif Normal Ipdet 7 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, books, editorial, academic, reports, classic, bookish, refined, formal, traditional, readability, editorial tone, typographic neutrality, traditional authority, bracketed, transitional, balanced, crisp, readable.
A conventional serif with bracketed serifs, moderate stroke modulation, and a steady, text-oriented rhythm. Capitals are proportioned with a sturdy, slightly condensed feel and clear stroke endings, while the lowercase maintains compact counters and measured apertures for even color in paragraphs. Curves are smoothly drawn and joins feel controlled rather than calligraphic; terminals and serifs are neatly finished without exaggerated flaring. Numerals are upright and straightforward, matching the letterforms in weight and tone and reading cleanly in running text.
Well suited to body copy in books, long-form editorial layouts, and academic or professional documents where a stable, traditional serif texture is desired. It can also serve comfortably for headings, pull quotes, and captions when a cohesive, classic tone is needed across a typographic system.
The overall tone is classical and bookish, projecting authority and restraint rather than display-driven personality. It suggests editorial seriousness and a timeless, institutional character that feels familiar in literary and academic settings.
The font appears intended as a dependable, general-purpose text serif: familiar shapes, measured contrast, and disciplined detailing aimed at comfortable continuous reading and a neutral, established voice.
The design leans on conservative proportions and consistent spacing to maintain a calm texture at text sizes. Distinctive, traditional shapes—such as the bracketed serif treatment and rounded, well-centered bowls—support legibility and an even typographic voice across mixed-case setting.