Print Tykuw 5 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, branding, children’s, playful, friendly, chunky, casual, retro, approachability, handmade feel, display impact, softening, rounded, soft, bouncy, stout, cartoony.
A heavy, rounded print with softly swelling strokes and a hand-drawn steadiness. Terminals are blunted and often slightly tapered, creating a rubbery, inked look rather than hard geometric edges. Counters are compact and irregularly rounded, and the overall rhythm is lively, with small variations in stroke endings and curves that keep the texture informal while remaining highly legible at display sizes.
Works best for short, prominent text such as posters, product packaging, shop signage, and cheerful brand marks where a friendly voice is needed. It can also suit children’s materials and casual editorial headlines, especially when a soft, hand-printed texture is preferred over a clean sans.
The tone is upbeat and approachable, with a cozy, slightly nostalgic feel reminiscent of hand-lettered signage and children’s book titling. Its soft corners and chunky silhouettes read as warm and non-threatening, adding humor and personality without becoming messy or overly quirky.
Likely designed to deliver an informal, hand-printed feel with strong presence and easy readability, prioritizing warmth and personality through rounded forms and blunt terminals. The letterforms aim to feel drawn rather than constructed, giving display text a personable, approachable character.
Capitals are sturdy and attention-grabbing, while lowercase forms lean toward simplified, single-storey constructions and rounded joins that reinforce the handmade character. Numerals are similarly stout and friendly, with clear shapes and minimal fuss, matching the letterforms closely in weight and softness.