Sans Superellipse Afbip 8 is a light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'JP Alva Expanded' by jpFonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, product design, signage, branding, dashboards, clean, modern, neutral, friendly, technical, clarity, approachability, system consistency, digital-first, rounded, soft-cornered, geometric, open, minimal.
This is a rounded, geometric sans with softly squared curves and consistently smooth stroke endings. Circular letters (C, G, O, Q) read as superellipse-like forms rather than perfect circles, giving the face a controlled, engineered roundness. Strokes are even and monolinear, joins are clean, and counters are open; the lowercase uses single-storey a and g with straightforward, uncluttered construction. Figures are simple and highly legible, with a clear, open 4 and a curved 2/3 that matches the rounded overall rhythm.
It fits user interfaces, app and web copy, and product documentation where a clean, readable sans is needed. The rounded geometry also works well for wayfinding and on-screen labels, and it can support brand systems aiming for a modern, approachable voice without looking playful.
The tone is calm and matter-of-fact, with a gentle friendliness coming from the rounded geometry. It feels contemporary and product-oriented—more functional than expressive—suited to environments where clarity and approachability should coexist.
The design intention reads as a pragmatic, contemporary sans that prioritizes clarity and consistency, while using softened geometry to avoid a harsh, mechanical feel. The superellipse-inspired rounds suggest a deliberate alignment with modern digital aesthetics and scalable screen use.
Spacing appears comfortable and not overly tight, supporting smooth text flow in the sample paragraph. Terminals are consistently rounded without calling attention to themselves, and the overall rhythm is steady across capitals, lowercase, and numerals.