Sans Normal Utbuk 7 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Sharp Sans Condensed' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui labels, packaging, posters, headlines, infographics, modern, efficient, technical, direct, clean, space saving, emphasis, clarity, modernity, condensed, oblique, monoline, crisp, upright terminals.
A condensed, monoline sans with a consistent oblique slant and clean, open counters. Curves are smooth and fairly geometric, while joins and terminals stay crisp and undecorated, giving the letters a straightforward, engineered feel. Spacing is compact and the overall rhythm is tight, supporting a streamlined texture in words and lines. Numerals match the alphabet’s simple construction and maintain the same brisk, angled stance.
Works well where space is limited and a clean, contemporary tone is needed, such as interface labeling, navigation, and dashboards. The condensed, slanted texture also suits headlines, posters, and packaging systems that benefit from a sense of speed and precision. In editorial or presentation settings, it can serve as a secondary sans for callouts and short-form emphasis.
The font reads as modern and utilitarian, with a fast, forward-leaning tone. Its slant and condensed proportions suggest motion and efficiency rather than warmth or ornament, making it feel contemporary and workmanlike.
Likely designed to provide a compact, modern sans with an intrinsic emphasis style, combining space efficiency with a consistent forward slant for energetic, contemporary typography.
Uppercase forms keep simple silhouettes with few idiosyncrasies, while lowercase shapes remain highly legible in text thanks to clear apertures and restrained stroke modulation. The italic angle is consistent across letters and figures, helping long passages maintain a uniform directional flow.