Typewriter Arde 2 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font.
Keywords: screenplay, forms, labels, captions, posters, retro, utilitarian, analog, matter-of-fact, editorial, typewriter feel, clear rhythm, printed warmth, document tone, slab serif, rounded corners, inked, sturdy, mechanical.
A monoline slab-serif design with compact, squared proportions and a steady, cell-by-cell rhythm. Strokes terminate in blunt, rectangular serifs with softened corners, giving the outlines a subtly inked, slightly irregular edge without becoming distressed. Curves are broad and sturdy, counters are fairly open, and joins stay simple and mechanical, producing a consistent, typewriter-like texture across lines. Numerals follow the same blocky, workmanlike construction, with clear, bold silhouettes that read well at moderate sizes.
Works well for typewriter-flavored settings such as screenplays, transcripts, forms, and technical notes where an even, column-friendly rhythm is helpful. It also suits posters, packaging accents, and editorial pull quotes that want a retro utilitarian voice and a bold, stamped-on presence.
The overall tone is practical and nostalgic, evoking typed documents and utilitarian labeling. Its softened edges and slightly imperfect imprint add warmth and human presence while keeping the voice straightforward and no-nonsense.
Likely designed to capture the familiar cadence of typed text while remaining clean and legible in modern layout contexts. The softened slabs and lightly inked edges suggest an intention to balance mechanical regularity with a subtle printed-impression warmth.
The spacing and uniform character widths create an even “grid” feel in running text, with a strong horizontal emphasis from the slab serifs. Rounded terminals and small asymmetries help prevent the texture from feeling sterile, making it suitable for designs that want mechanical structure with a touch of analog character.