Sans Normal Opmif 3 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Innova' by Durotype; 'Core Gothic N', 'Core Sans N', 'Core Sans N SC', and 'Core Sans NR' by S-Core; 'Foundry Form Sans' by The Foundry; and 'NuOrder' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, packaging, posters, signage, confident, practical, modern, direct, utilitarian, clarity, impact, simplicity, legibility, utility, chunky, clean, solid, blunt terminals, smooth curves.
The design is a clean, heavy sans with rounded, geometric tendencies and smooth, even stroke behavior. Curves are generous and regular, terminals are predominantly blunt, and counters are open enough to keep letters clear at a glance. Proportions skew slightly wide in the round forms, with consistent, stable rhythm across capitals and lowercase, and numerals that match the same solid, utilitarian color on the page.
It suits headlines, subheads, and short blocks of copy where a firm, contemporary voice is needed, such as branding, packaging, posters, and UI headings. The robust shapes also make it suitable for signage and wayfinding at larger sizes, and for labels or dashboards where quick recognition is important.
This typeface feels forthright and contemporary, with a confident, no-nonsense tone. Its sturdy presence reads as practical and dependable rather than delicate or expressive, making it come across as straightforward and workmanlike.
The letterforms appear designed to deliver strong visual emphasis while staying neutral and highly readable. The consistent, even construction and restrained detailing suggest an intention to perform reliably in everyday graphic communication where clarity and presence matter more than ornament.
Distinctive features include a single-storey lowercase “a,” compact, sturdy lowercase forms, and numerals with broad, stable shapes. The overall texture is dense and even, producing strong typographic color in paragraphs and sample text.