Sans Normal Apdat 19 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Lucifer Sans' by Daniel Brokstad (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, web, branding, signage, editorial, modern, neutral, clean, friendly, functional, versatility, clarity, neutrality, contemporary feel, geometric, rounded, crisp, minimal, open forms.
A clean sans with largely geometric construction and smooth, rounded curves. Strokes are even and unmodulated, with straight terminals and clear joins that keep counters open and legible. Uppercase forms feel balanced and slightly wide with generous bowls (C, O, G), while diagonals (A, V, W, Y) are crisp and steady. Lowercase is simple and contemporary, using single‑storey a and g, a compact ear on g, and a short, straightforward t; dots and punctuation are plain and centered. Numerals are clear and modern, with open, rounded 0/8/9 shapes and a simple, upright 1.
Well suited to interface labels, navigation, and product UI where simple shapes and even color improve scanning. It also works for contemporary branding systems, wayfinding, and general editorial typography when a neutral, geometric voice is desired.
The overall tone is modern and matter-of-fact with a mild friendliness coming from the rounded geometry. It reads as calm and dependable rather than expressive, aiming for clarity and broad compatibility across contexts.
The design appears intended as a versatile, contemporary workhorse sans that prioritizes clarity and consistency. Its geometric skeleton and restrained detailing suggest it was drawn to perform reliably in both display headlines and everyday text without calling attention to itself.
Curves are drawn with consistent roundness and relatively generous apertures, which helps text stay readable at a range of sizes. Spacing appears even and orderly, supporting a smooth rhythm in running text and in all-caps settings.