Sans Superellipse Abrid 5 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font visually similar to '403 Mono' by 403TF and 'Neue Rational Mix' by René Bieder (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: coding, ui labels, dashboards, terminals, data tables, utilitarian, technical, neutral, modern, industrial, system ui, clarity, consistency, screen use, squared, rounded, boxy, modular, sturdy.
This typeface is built from compact, boxy forms with generously rounded corners, giving rounds like C, O, and G a squarish, superellipse feel. Strokes are uniform with minimal contrast, and terminals are clean and blunt, producing a sturdy, engineered texture. Counters are open and fairly rectangular, and the overall proportions feel broad, with capitals and numerals occupying their cells with a confident, even color.
Well-suited to interface typography where consistent alignment and predictable spacing matter, such as coding environments, terminal-style displays, dashboards, tables, and status readouts. The sturdy, squared-round forms also work well for concise labeling, wayfinding-style UI components, and compact technical documentation where a clear, even texture is preferred.
The overall tone is pragmatic and technical, with a contemporary, no-nonsense voice. Its rounded-square geometry adds a mild friendliness without becoming playful, keeping the impression disciplined and functional.
The design appears intended to provide a highly regular, system-oriented sans with rounded-rectilinear forms for clarity and consistency on-screen. The simplified letter construction and clearly differentiated numerals suggest an emphasis on dependable reading in structured, grid-based layouts.
The zero is clearly distinguished with a diagonal slash, and the lowercase set leans toward single-storey, simplified constructions that reinforce the modular, system-like aesthetic. The punctuation and spacing in the sample text maintain an even, grid-friendly rhythm that reads as deliberate and controlled.