Sans Normal Abrik 2 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height, monospaced font.
Keywords: code samples, terminal ui, data tables, spec sheets, captions, technical, utilitarian, modern, matter-of-fact, editorial, grid alignment, functional clarity, interface emphasis, systematic tone, oblique, geometric, clean, open apertures, uniform rhythm.
A clean, oblique sans with monospaced proportions and a steady, even color. Strokes are uniform with low modulation, and curves are built from simple, round forms with smooth joins. The wide set and fixed character widths create a consistent cadence, while generous counters and open apertures keep letters legible. Terminals are straightforward and minimally treated, with a slight mechanical crispness that reads well in aligned text.
Well suited to contexts where alignment matters, such as code blocks, terminal-style interfaces, logs, and tabular data. It also works for technical documentation, labels, and compact captions where a consistent rhythm and clear letterforms are preferred over expressive styling.
The overall tone is technical and utilitarian, evoking coding, instrumentation, and pragmatic interface typography. Its slant adds a subtle sense of motion without becoming expressive or calligraphic, keeping the voice neutral and workmanlike.
The design appears intended to deliver a straightforward monospaced reading experience with a modern sans skeleton, adding an oblique stance for emphasis while preserving disciplined spacing and clarity.
Because all characters share fixed widths, spacing feels orderly and grid-friendly, especially in all-caps and numeric strings. The italic angle is consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, helping mixed text maintain a cohesive rhythm.