Sans Normal Addiy 5 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types, 'Applied Sans' and 'Helvetica Now' by Monotype, 'Reyhan' by Plantype, and 'Identidad' by Punchform (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui labels, signage, brand systems, presentation, infographics, modern, clean, neutral, dynamic, technical, clarity, contemporary tone, efficient reading, systematic design, oblique, geometric, smooth, monoline, open counters.
This typeface is a clean, oblique sans with a largely monoline construction and smooth, geometric curves. Capitals are wide and steady with open bowls and clear apertures, while the lowercase follows a straightforward, contemporary skeleton with compact joins and rounded terminals. Curves appear elliptical and evenly drawn, and the overall rhythm is consistent, with tidy spacing and a crisp, print-ready silhouette. Numerals match the letterforms in stroke and slant, with simple, highly legible shapes and minimal ornament.
It works well where a modern, unobtrusive italic sans is needed: interface labels, dashboards, captions, and directional or informational signage. The even strokes and open shapes also suit brand systems and presentation typography where a clear, contemporary voice is preferred.
The overall tone is modern and neutral, with a subtle sense of forward motion from the slant. It reads as functional and efficient rather than expressive, suggesting clarity, speed, and everyday usability.
The design appears intended to provide a practical, modern oblique companion for sans-serif typography—prioritizing clarity, consistent rhythm, and a smooth geometric finish for general-purpose use across print and screen.
The slant is consistent across capitals, lowercase, and figures, and the rounded forms (notably C/G/O and related bowls) give the face a friendly softness without losing a precise, engineered feel. Diagonal-heavy letters like K, V, W, X, and Y look assertive and clean, reinforcing a contemporary, streamlined personality.