Sans Normal Opmab 3 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Myriad', 'Myriad Arabic', 'Myriad Bengali', and 'Myriad Devanagari' by Adobe; 'Mundo Sans' by Monotype; and 'Akagi' by Positype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, confident, modern, approachable, robust, impact, clarity, modernity, approachability, geometric, rounded, clean, sturdy, punchy.
A heavy, rounded sans with compact counters and smooth, continuous curves. Strokes are largely uniform, producing a solid silhouette and strong color on the page. Round letters like C, O, and G are built from near-circular forms with slightly flattened terminals, while straight-sided shapes (E, F, H, N) keep crisp verticals and horizontals. The lowercase is straightforward and compact, with a two-storey “a,” a single-storey “g” with a closed bowl, and short, firm terminals that keep the texture dense and even.
Best suited for headlines, display typography, and short blocks where a strong, compact texture is beneficial. It works well for branding and packaging that need a friendly but assertive voice, and for signage where simple, rounded forms help maintain clarity at a distance.
The overall tone is friendly and contemporary, with a confident, no-nonsense presence. Its rounded geometry reads approachable rather than harsh, while the dense spacing and sturdy shapes add authority suitable for attention-getting messaging.
The design appears intended as a modern, geometric workhorse for display use, prioritizing solid presence, smooth curves, and consistent letterforms for high-impact communication.
At text sizes the tight apertures and small interior spaces create a strong, dark rhythm, emphasizing impact over delicacy. Numerals follow the same rounded construction, with clear, simple forms intended to stay legible in bold settings.