Slab Square Yazi 3 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, catalogs, packaging, posters, typewriter, vintage, practical, no-nonsense, space saving, legibility, utility, print economy, typewriter echo, condensed, slab serif, monolinear, bracketless, square terminals.
A condensed slab-serif with compact proportions and tight internal spacing, giving the set a tall, efficient silhouette. Strokes are largely even with modest contrast, and the serifs are firm, square-ended slabs that read as bracketless and mechanically crisp. Curves (notably in C, G, O, Q, and the lower-case bowls) are narrow and upright, while joins and terminals remain blunt and controlled, creating a steady vertical rhythm. Numerals follow the same narrow, utilitarian construction, with clear, simple shapes and minimal ornament.
Well-suited to dense editorial settings where space efficiency matters, such as catalogs, listings, and narrow-column layouts. The strong slab structure also performs well in headlines, packaging, and poster typography when a crisp, utilitarian voice is desired without going fully monospaced.
The overall tone feels utilitarian and archival, reminiscent of typewritten or industrial labeling aesthetics. Its strict, condensed rhythm conveys efficiency and seriousness, with a slightly vintage editorial flavor rather than a soft or friendly personality.
The font appears designed to deliver maximum economy of width while maintaining robust clarity through pronounced slab serifs and stable, upright construction. Its shape language prioritizes consistency and legibility, aiming for a practical, print-forward texture with a subtle typewriter/industrial echo.
The design’s narrow set and strong slab terminals create a distinct texture in paragraphs, emphasizing vertical strokes and producing a dense, even color on the line. Capitals appear particularly authoritative due to their tall stance and rigid finishing, while the lowercase stays restrained and functional.