Sans Normal Ondep 10 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font visually similar to 'Chromatic Mono' by Colophon Foundry, 'Approach Mono' by Emtype Foundry, 'Fonetika Mono' by Tokotype, and 'TT Commons™️ Pro' and 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: code editors, terminal ui, tables, dashboards, technical docs, utilitarian, technical, systematic, retro computing, no-nonsense, legibility, consistency, clarity, ui readiness, coding, monolinear, squared, boxy, geometric, sturdy.
A clean, monolinear sans with squared-off construction and softly rounded corners where curves meet stems. Proportions are compact and consistent, with generous counters in letters like O, D, and e, and a crisp, geometric rhythm across the set. The lowercase shows simple, workmanlike shapes (single-storey a and g, open apertures, plain terminals) and the numerals are sturdy and highly legible, with forms that stay clear at a glance.
Well suited to coding environments, terminal-style UI, dashboards, settings panels, and developer documentation where consistent character widths help alignment. It also fits labels, schematics, forms, captions, and data-heavy layouts that benefit from crisp, even spacing and robust letterforms.
This typeface feels utilitarian and matter-of-fact, with a clear, engineered rhythm that reads as technical and dependable. Its even spacing and straightforward forms give it a slightly retro, terminal-like voice that suggests systems, tools, and instructions rather than ornament or luxury.
The design appears intended for clear, predictable reading in structured settings where alignment and rhythm matter, such as interfaces, code, and tabular information. Its restrained geometry and uniform stroke treatment prioritize dependable recognition over expressiveness, aiming for a pragmatic, tool-like typographic voice.
The overall set maintains a disciplined grid rhythm, with straight-sided verticals and simplified joins that keep shapes stable and repeatable. Capitals are compact and assertive, while the lowercase remains plain and functional, emphasizing quick recognition in continuous text.