Sans Normal Abdak 15 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Soft', 'Genius', and 'Habanera' by Artegra; 'Innova' by Durotype; 'Leto Text Sans' by Glen Jan; 'Interval Next' by Mostardesign; and 'Gelder Sans' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, branding, editorial, posters, signage, modern, friendly, clean, lively, approachable, modernization, approachability, motion, clarity, versatility, oblique, rounded, open apertures, soft terminals, humanist.
A clean oblique sans with gently rounded curves and soft, slightly tapered terminals. The shapes favor open apertures and generous counters, with smooth elliptical bowls and a consistent, even rhythm across the alphabet. Uppercase forms are straightforward and stable, while the lowercase shows a mild humanist influence—single-storey a and g, a curved descender on y, and a relaxed, readable texture. Figures are simple and clear, with rounded forms (0, 8, 9) and open, modern construction throughout.
This font works well for interface typography, contemporary branding, and editorial layouts where a clean sans with added dynamism is desired. The oblique stance and open forms also suit headlines, posters, and signage that need a modern voice while staying readable.
The overall tone feels modern and friendly, with an energetic slant that adds motion without becoming expressive or decorative. Its softness and openness keep it approachable, making it feel contemporary and easygoing rather than technical or formal.
The design appears intended to deliver a versatile sans serif with a built-in sense of motion and friendliness. By combining smooth geometric roundness with open, humanist-leaning details, it aims to stay neutral enough for broad use while adding a distinctive, contemporary slant.
Stroke joins and curves are smooth and uniform, and the italic angle is consistent across letters and numerals, giving lines of text a cohesive forward flow. The letterforms maintain clarity at display sizes, with particularly legible round characters and uncluttered interior spaces.