Sans Normal Apdat 20 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, branding, editorial, signage, presentations, clean, modern, neutral, friendly, corporate, clarity, versatility, modernity, neutrality, systematic design, geometric, rounded, open counters, even rhythm, crisp terminals.
A clean sans with a geometric backbone and softly rounded curves. Strokes are even and consistent, with largely circular bowls and open apertures that keep counters clear at text sizes. Terminals are crisp and straightforward, and the overall proportions feel balanced, with round letters (C, O, Q) staying smooth and steady while diagonals (V, W, X, Y) remain sharp and controlled. Lowercase forms are simple and contemporary, with a single-storey a and g, tall ascenders, and compact, readable joins in n, m, and h. Numerals are plain and legible, with an oval 0 and uncomplicated 1–9 shapes suited to general UI and editorial use.
Works well for interface labels, product screens, and general-purpose copy where neutrality and legibility are priorities. It also suits corporate and tech branding, straightforward marketing materials, and signage systems that benefit from clear, geometric letterforms.
The tone is practical and contemporary, aiming for clarity over personality. Its rounded geometry reads approachable and calm, while the precise construction keeps it professional and dependable—appropriate for brands that want to feel modern without being loud.
Designed to be a dependable, all-round sans that prioritizes clarity, consistency, and a contemporary geometric feel. The forms suggest an intent to remain unobtrusive in running text while still looking crisp and modern in headings and brand applications.
Spacing in the samples feels even and uncluttered, supporting comfortable line setting. The punctuation shown (apostrophe and ampersand) follows the same no-nonsense, clean sans approach, maintaining a consistent rhythm alongside the letters and figures.