Sans Normal Uhkad 4 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Afical' by Formatype Foundry, 'Helvetica Now' by Monotype, 'Neue Rational Standard' by René Bieder, and 'Clinto' and 'Nova Pro' by XdCreative (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, signage, editorial, branding, presentations, clean, modern, neutral, straightforward, friendly, legibility, neutrality, clarity, versatility, modernity, geometric, open counters, crisp, balanced, workmanlike.
A clean sans with predominantly geometric construction and smooth, even curves paired with straight, decisive terminals. Round letters (C, O, Q) are close to circular with open counters, while verticals and horizontals stay consistent, giving the design an even rhythm. Spacing is generous and the overall set feels slightly expanded in proportion, helping letters stay distinct. The lowercase forms are simple and highly legible, with a single-storey a and g, and a compact t with a short crossbar.
This font suits interface copy, dashboards, and product text where clarity and steady rhythm matter. It also works well for signage and wayfinding thanks to open counters and distinct letterforms. For editorial layouts and presentations, it provides a modern, neutral voice that supports both headings and body text without drawing undue attention.
The tone is neutral and contemporary, aiming for clarity over personality. Its geometry and open shapes read as friendly and approachable without becoming informal or playful. Overall it projects a utilitarian, “get out of the way” voice suitable for general-purpose communication.
The design appears intended as a general-purpose, contemporary sans that prioritizes legibility and visual steadiness. Its geometric underpinnings and open forms suggest a focus on clarity across a range of sizes, with proportions that remain easy to read in both short labels and longer passages.
Numerals are clear and conventional, with round figures (0, 8, 9) maintaining the same smooth curvature as the letters and straight-sided figures (1, 4, 7) staying crisp. The x-height and open apertures support readability in continuous text, while the slightly wide stance helps maintain clarity at smaller sizes and in quick scanning.