Print Uplaw 5 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, very short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, kids branding, social graphics, playful, whimsical, hand-drawn, friendly, casual, hand-printed feel, casual warmth, space-saving display, playful voice, monoline, condensed, rounded, quirky, bouncy.
A condensed, monoline hand-drawn print with tall ascenders and a small x-height, giving the lowercase a petite, tucked-in presence beneath the uppercase. Strokes are consistently low-contrast with softly rounded ends and occasional subtle wobble, creating a natural marker/pen rhythm without looking messy. Letterforms favor simple, open construction—single-story a and g, narrow bowls, and compact counters—while spacing stays airy enough for the tight widths. Numerals echo the same slim, lightly irregular structure with clear, straightforward shapes.
Best suited to short-to-medium display text where a friendly, hand-drawn voice is desired—posters, headings, pull quotes, invitations, packaging, and social graphics. It can also work for brief captions or labels when you want a casual, human touch, though the small x-height suggests avoiding long blocks of small text.
The overall tone is lighthearted and approachable, with a storybook and doodled-note charm. Its narrow, tall silhouettes feel a bit mischievous and whimsical, lending personality without becoming overly decorative.
The design appears intended to mimic neat, hand-printed lettering in a condensed footprint, balancing personality with legibility. It aims for an informal, approachable look that stays consistent across the alphabet and numerals for everyday display use.
Capitals are notably tall and slender, helping titles stand upright and prominent, while the lowercase maintains a modest presence that can read like neat, informal handwriting. The consistent monoline stroke and rounded terminals keep the texture even across words, supporting a cohesive, hand-made feel.