Sans Superellipse Afnot 6 is a light, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font.
Keywords: code, ui labels, terminal, data tables, technical docs, technical, utilitarian, minimal, clinical, neutral, legibility, systematic design, digital utility, clarity, rounded corners, boxy rounds, open counters, mechanical, modular.
This typeface uses a clean, geometric skeleton with squared-off curves that read as rounded-rectangle forms. Strokes are even and consistent, with simple terminals and generous interior counters that keep letters open. The overall rhythm is steady and modular, with straightforward joins and minimal shaping, giving the design a crisp, engineered look in both uppercase and lowercase. Figures follow the same systematic construction, staying clear and unembellished.
It performs well where consistent character width and quick recognition matter, such as code displays, terminals, command-line tools, tables, and small UI labels. The clear counters and uncomplicated shapes also suit technical documentation and schematic-style captions where a stable, even typographic color is preferred.
The tone is pragmatic and matter-of-fact, leaning toward a technical, instrument-like voice rather than expressive or decorative. Its squared-round geometry adds a subtle retro-digital flavor while remaining neutral enough for everyday functional settings.
The design appears intended to provide a highly regular, screen-friendly reading experience with a geometric, rounded-rect construction that stays restrained and functional. It prioritizes uniformity, clarity, and a disciplined texture over stylistic flourish.
Distinctive rounded corners combined with flat segments create a “softened grid” feel, which keeps the design approachable without losing its precise, structured character. The sample text maintains consistent texture and spacing, emphasizing clarity and regularity over calligraphic nuance.