Sans Normal Atrik 12 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cadmium' by AVP, 'FF Mark' and 'FF Mark Paneuropean' by FontFont, and 'Althawra Fikra' by syria arabic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, signage, forms, dashboards, editorial, clean, neutral, modern, technical, straightforward, utility, clarity, modernization, neutral voice, space efficiency, monolinear, compact, open apertures, generous spacing, geometric.
A compact sans with a monolinear feel and restrained, low-contrast strokes. Forms are built from simple, rounded geometry with clean joins and mostly squared terminals, producing a crisp, contemporary rhythm. Counters are open and uncomplicated, and the lowercase shows a single-storey “a” with a straightforward, utilitarian construction. Numerals follow the same plainspoken geometry, reading clearly alongside text.
This font suits interface labels, navigation, and product UI where a clean, compact sans is useful. It also works well for signage, instructions, and forms that benefit from plain, unembellished letterforms. In editorial or presentation settings, it can serve as a modern body or supporting text face where neutrality and consistency are preferred.
The overall tone is neutral and matter-of-fact, leaning modern and slightly technical. Its quiet geometry and lack of decorative detail keep it feeling objective and functional rather than expressive or nostalgic.
The design appears intended as a practical, contemporary sans that prioritizes straightforward construction and consistent rhythm. Its simplified geometry and clear character set suggest an emphasis on dependable everyday typography across common text and numeric use.
The design favors clarity through simplified shapes and consistent stroke behavior, with a compact footprint that keeps lines feeling tidy. Round letters stay smooth and even, while diagonals (e.g., in V/W/X) are clean and controlled, supporting a steady, predictable texture in paragraphs.