Sans Normal Afdag 2 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height, monospaced font visually similar to 'Rational TW' by René Bieder (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: code, ui labels, dashboards, terminals, data tables, technical, utilitarian, neutral, modern, no-nonsense, grid alignment, functional clarity, technical styling, compact information, oblique, geometric, clean, compact, sturdy.
This typeface is a slanted, sans design with consistent stroke thickness and a compact, engineered feel. Letterforms are built from simple geometric primitives—round bowls, straight stems, and clean diagonals—with minimal optical modulation. Curves are firm and slightly squared-off in places, producing sturdy counters in letters like O, C, and G. The overall rhythm is even and strongly aligned, with uniform character widths that create a tight, grid-like texture in running text.
It performs well where alignment and consistent spacing matter, such as code-like settings, UI labels, dashboards, and data tables. The steady stroke weight and uniform widths also make it suitable for short technical copy, command-line styled text, and compact informational layouts where predictability and clarity are priorities.
The tone is pragmatic and workmanlike, prioritizing clarity and systematized order over expressive calligraphy. Its oblique stance adds motion and emphasis while keeping an understated, professional character. The overall impression feels contemporary and technical, suited to interfaces and functional typography.
The design appears intended to provide a reliable, grid-friendly sans with an oblique posture for emphasis, while retaining a controlled, system-oriented texture. Its geometry and disciplined spacing suggest a focus on functional readability in structured environments and mixed alphanumeric strings.
Capital forms read assertively with broad proportions and straightforward construction, while lowercase characters maintain the same rational geometry and steady spacing. Numerals are similarly robust and clear, matching the alphabet’s uniform structure and producing a cohesive, disciplined color across mixed alphanumeric content.