Archivo Narrow by Omnibus-Type is a free condensed sans serif with tall, economical proportions and a distinctly practical voice. Its strokes are slim and even, with open curves that keep the close-set letters from feeling cramped. The shapes are direct and unfussy.
Its utilitarian editorial character suits newspaper-style publishing, information posters, and cultural event programs, where compact lettering can organize dense material with authority. In packaging and signage, repeated words can form a structured label or directional system, so the narrow silhouette becomes part of the product graphics rather than neutral copy.
Copyright (c) 2012, Omnibus-Type (www.omnibus-type.com|omnibus.type@gmail.com),with Reserved Font Name: Archivo
Font family
Archivo Narrow
Font subfamily
Regular
Unique subfamily identification
Omnibus-Type: Archivo Narrow Regular: 2012
Full font name
ArchivoNarrow-Regular
Name table version
1.002; ttfautohint (v0.8)
Postscript font name
ArchivoNarrow-Regular
Trademark notice
Archivo
Manufacturer name
Hector Gatti
Designer
Hector Gatti
Description
Archivo Narrow was designed to be used simultaneously in print and digital platforms. The technical and aesthetic characteristics of the font are both crafted for high performance typography.
Extended font information
Platforms supported
PlatformEncoding
UnicodeUnicode 2.0 and onwards semantics, Unicode BMP only.
MacintoshRoman
MicrosoftUnicode BMP only
Font details
Created2012-08-17
Revision1
Glyph count416
Units per Em2048
Embedding rightsEmbedding for permanent installation
Family classSans serif
WeightMedium (normal)
WidthSemi-condensed
Mac styleBold
DirectionOnly strongly left to right glyphs + contains neutrals
Pattern natureRegular
PitchNot monospaced
Complete pack contains 4 font weights listed below: