extraheavy

ExtraHeavy is a term used in typography, graphic design, and branding to indicate a weight or emphasis heavier than standard bold. As a compound adjective, it signals maximum visual impact in headings, logos, or display text. The exact rendering of ExtraHeavy varies by typeface; some font families provide an explicit weight named ExtraHeavy, while others offer heavier options such as ExtraBold or Black.

In typography, weight scales are defined by the font designer, and the naming can differ across families. In digital typography and CSS, font-weight values range from 100 to 900; bold commonly corresponds to 700, and 900 is often associated with Black or ExtraBold in many families. If a font does not include an ExtraHeavy weight, designers may instead select a heavier available option or adjust design elements such as tracking and contrast to achieve a similar level of emphasis. The appearance of ExtraHeavy is therefore not universal and depends on the typeface.

Beyond typography, ExtraHeavy also appears in branding and product naming to convey ruggedness, durability, or high capacity. It may be used for lines of equipment, accessories, or media projects where a strong, uncompromising aesthetic is desired. Because it is not a standardized term, its precise meaning is determined by the context, the font family in use, or the branding guidelines of a given organization.

See also: Bold, Heavy, Black, ExtraBold, Font weight.