Sans Normal Aflup 9 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Acumin' by Adobe, 'Almarena Neue' by Almarena, 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types, 'Helen Bg' by HS Fonts, 'Helvetica Now' by Monotype, 'NeoGram' by The Northern Block, and 'Nu Sans' by Typecalism Foundryline (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui labels, app typography, headlines, captions, editorial decks, modern, clean, dynamic, neutral, businesslike, clarity, emphasis, contemporary tone, efficient reading, oblique, humanist, open apertures, rounded terminals, single-storey a.
A clean oblique sans with gently rounded curves and a steady, even stroke. The letterforms combine geometric roundness (notably in C, O, and G) with slightly humanist shaping, producing open counters and clear apertures. Terminals are smooth and unembellished, and the overall rhythm is calm and regular while the slant adds motion. Numerals are straightforward and legible, with simple curves and minimal ornament.
This font works well for interface labeling, dashboards, and product UI where a clean sans with an oblique emphasis is needed. It also fits short headlines, subheads, captions, and presentation or editorial layouts that benefit from a contemporary, energetic accent without sacrificing clarity.
The tone is modern and neutral, with a subtle sense of speed from the italic stance. It reads as practical and contemporary rather than decorative, suited to straightforward communication with a mild forward-leaning energy.
The design appears intended as a straightforward oblique companion for modern sans typography—prioritizing legibility, smooth reading texture, and a measured forward motion for emphasis and hierarchy in text and display settings.
Uppercase forms feel crisp and balanced, while lowercase shows friendly roundness and clear differentiation (notably the single-storey “a” and open “e”). The slant is consistent across letters and figures, giving text a cohesive, streamlined flow.