Slab Square Otpi 5 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, labels, editorial, vintage, typewriter, industrial, utilitarian, retro print, industrial tone, rugged texture, strong legibility, slab serif, blocky, inked, textured, sturdy.
A sturdy slab-serif with broad, square-ended serifs and a relatively even, medium-contrast stroke. The letterforms are upright and compact, with slightly rounded corners and subtle irregularities that read like ink spread or worn printing, especially at terminals and joins. Counters are open and the overall construction favors simple, blocky geometry, producing strong horizontal emphasis and a steady rhythm in text. Numerals and capitals carry the same solid, poster-like presence, while lowercase maintains clear, workmanlike proportions.
Well suited to headlines, pull quotes, and short paragraphs where a strong, classic slab presence is desired. It works particularly well for posters, book or magazine styling, packaging, and label systems that benefit from an industrial or retro print character, and can add authority to branding when used with generous spacing.
The font conveys a vintage, mechanical tone—suggesting old print shops, stamped labels, or typewriter-era ephemera. Its slightly distressed edges add warmth and tactility while retaining a no-nonsense, utilitarian voice.
The design appears intended to blend the clarity and impact of a traditional slab-serif with an intentionally imperfect, printed finish. It prioritizes bold silhouettes, consistent structure, and an analog texture that adds character without sacrificing straightforward legibility.
At larger sizes the roughened edges become a defining feature, giving headlines a printed, analog feel; at smaller sizes the heavy slabs and compact shapes keep the texture noticeable without becoming overly ornate. Spacing appears geared toward sturdy readability rather than delicate refinement.