Sans Normal Lidar 8 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Jali Greek' and 'Jali Latin' by Foundry5, 'Telder HT Pro' by Huerta Tipográfica, 'Akwe Pro' by ROHH, 'Modal' by Schriftlabor, 'Monsal Gothic' by The Northern Block, and 'Multi' by Type-Ø-Tones (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, energetic, punchy, friendly, confident, impact, motion, bold display, modern utility, oblique, rounded, soft corners, compact, sturdy.
A heavy oblique sans with rounded, softly squared curves and compact internal counters. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, producing a solid, even color on the page. The slant is noticeable and steady, and the letterforms favor broad bowls and simplified joins; terminals are clean and blunt rather than sharp. Overall proportions feel slightly condensed in the lowercase, with sturdy stems and tight apertures that emphasize mass and impact.
Best suited to short, high-impact text such as headlines, hero messaging, posters, and bold UI callouts. It can work well for sporty or energetic branding, retail signage, and packaging where strong presence and quick readability matter. In longer passages it is most effective in brief bursts (pull quotes, deck lines) rather than continuous body copy.
The font reads as assertive and energetic, with a sporty, forward-leaning motion from its oblique construction. Its rounded shapes soften the tone, keeping it approachable while still delivering strong emphasis. The overall impression is contemporary and pragmatic—built to be noticed quickly.
Likely designed to deliver maximum emphasis with a modern, rounded sans voice, using an oblique stance to add motion and urgency. The geometry is simplified and robust to hold up in large, attention-grabbing settings and maintain a consistent, high-contrast silhouette against varied backgrounds.
Uppercase forms are straightforward and geometric, while the lowercase introduces a more informal rhythm through compact bowls and dense counters. Numerals are similarly bold and stable, suited to quick scanning. At smaller sizes the heavy weight and tight openings can reduce distinction between similar shapes, so it benefits from generous sizing or spacing.