Sans Normal Simes 12 is a light, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Sans' and 'Artegra Soft' by Artegra (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, editorial, branding, wayfinding, packaging, clean, modern, neutral, airy, friendly, clarity, neutrality, modern utility, clean system typography, minimal, monoline, open apertures, rounded terminals, vertical stress.
A monoline sans with slender strokes and generous interior space, set on compact letter widths and consistent proportions. Curves are smooth and near-circular in letters like C, O, and Q, with rounded stroke endings throughout. Uppercase forms are simple and geometric, while the lowercase maintains clear, open counters; the two‑storey a and single‑storey g reinforce a contemporary, utilitarian feel. Figures are similarly streamlined, with a curved 2 and a single‑storey 4, and overall spacing that reads even and uncluttered in text.
Well suited to interface typography, product labeling, and general-purpose editorial settings where a quiet, clean sans is needed. It can also work for short headlines and brand systems that prefer a minimal, contemporary tone without overt stylistic quirks.
The overall tone is restrained and contemporary, with an unobtrusive voice that feels tidy and approachable. Its rounded details soften the geometry, keeping it from feeling cold while still staying firmly minimal and functional.
The font appears designed as a straightforward, modern workhorse: a pared-back sans emphasizing clarity, smooth geometry, and an even typographic color in running text. Rounded terminals and open forms suggest an intention to keep the voice friendly while remaining neutral and adaptable.
The design keeps detailing to a minimum, relying on consistent stroke weight and smooth curves rather than pronounced joints or sharp corners. In the sample text, the rhythm stays steady and legible, with clear differentiation between similar shapes (for example, I, l, and 1) through simple, familiar constructions.