Sans Normal Gudiv 1 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, social media, branding, friendly, hand-drawn, casual, whimsical, lighthearted, approachability, informality, compactness, readability, monoline, rounded, open counters, soft terminals, airy spacing.
A condensed, monoline sans with rounded strokes and softly tapered, slightly irregular terminals that suggest a hand-drawn origin. Curves are built from simple ovals and gentle arcs, while verticals stay clean and steady, creating an even rhythm across text. Letterforms are narrow with open apertures and modest interior space, and the overall drawing keeps contrast minimal for a smooth, uniform texture.
Best suited to headlines, short paragraphs, and supporting display text where a friendly, handwritten-like sans is desired. It can work well for packaging, café or boutique branding, invitations, and social graphics, especially where compact width helps fit more characters into limited space.
The face reads approachable and informal, with a playful, conversational tone that feels personal without becoming messy. Its narrow, airy rhythm keeps it light and unobtrusive, lending a friendly voice to short messages and display copy.
The design appears intended to blend the clarity of a simple sans with the warmth of hand lettering, delivering a compact, personable voice that remains readable at typical display sizes.
Capitals are simple and legible with rounded corners, while lowercase shows slightly more personality through subtle stroke quirks and looped forms. Numerals follow the same narrow, rounded construction, maintaining consistent color and spacing in mixed text.