Sans Normal Tylup 5 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'City Boys' and 'City Boys Soft' by Dharma Type, 'Nirand' by Jipatype, 'Belle Sans' by Park Street Studio, 'Schar' by The Northern Block, and 'Le Monde Sans Std' by Typofonderie (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, friendly, punchy, modern, loud, impact, clarity, approachability, modernity, display, rounded, geometric, compact, blocky, smooth.
A heavy, geometric sans with broad proportions and a compact, sturdy rhythm. Curves are smooth and near-circular, while straight strokes remain firm and even, creating consistent color across lines. Counters are relatively tight for the weight, and terminals are clean and unadorned, giving the forms a straightforward, contemporary feel. Numerals are robust and highly legible, matching the letterforms’ wide stance and strong presence.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and prominent UI or signage where high impact and quick recognition matter. It also fits brand marks, packaging, and social graphics that benefit from a strong, friendly geometric voice.
The overall tone is bold and upbeat, projecting confidence and approachability rather than austerity. Its rounded geometry adds warmth to the dense weight, making it feel energetic and promotional in character.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence with a clean, modern sans structure—favoring geometric clarity, broad silhouettes, and a warm rounded feel for attention-driven display typography.
In text, the heavy strokes produce strong visual impact and can reduce interior space in smaller sizes; it reads best when given room through larger sizes or generous spacing. The design maintains a consistent geometric logic across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, supporting a cohesive, billboard-like texture.