Slab Rounded Lera 2 is a regular weight, very wide, low contrast, italic, tall x-height, monospaced font.
Keywords: code, technical docs, terminals, forms, captions, typewriter, retro, pragmatic, friendly, utilitarian, clarity, approachability, durability, typewriter homage, rounded serifs, soft corners, ink-trap feel, open apertures, generous spacing.
This typeface presents a monospaced, slightly right-leaning structure with low-contrast strokes and broad proportions. Slab-like serifs are consistently softened into rounded corners, giving terminals a cushioned, stamped look rather than crisp, sharp cuts. Curves are roomy and open, with clear counters and a steady horizontal rhythm; the overall texture is even and legible, with a subtle mechanical regularity. The lowercase shows a tall x-height and compact ascenders/descenders, while figures and capitals keep the same set width and maintain a uniform, workmanlike cadence.
It is well-suited to settings that benefit from fixed-width alignment such as code, terminals, tables, and forms, where steady character widths aid scanning and layout. The rounded slabs and open shapes also make it a good choice for technical documentation, UI labels, and compact captions that need clarity without feeling sterile.
The tone reads as classic and utilitarian, echoing typewriter and office-document traditions while staying approachable due to its rounded detailing. It feels sturdy and dependable, with a mild informal warmth that keeps it from seeming overly technical.
The design appears intended to modernize a typewriter-like monospaced voice by pairing an even, mechanical rhythm with softened slab terminals for a more inviting reading experience. Its broad, open forms suggest an emphasis on clarity and robustness across practical, information-heavy layouts.
The softened slab terminals and gentle joins create an almost rubber-stamp impression in heavier areas, especially where strokes meet serifs. The consistent set width produces predictable spacing, making the overall page color stable even in mixed-case text and numerals.