Sans Normal Bolof 4 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Astoria Sans' by Alan Meeks, 'Humanist 521' by Bitstream, 'Gill Sans MT WGL' and 'Gill Sans Nova' by Monotype, 'Humanist 521' by ParaType, and 'Humanist 521' by Tilde (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, web content, corporate branding, signage, editorial, clean, modern, neutral, friendly, straightforward, utility, legibility, neutrality, modernity, geometric, monoline, open apertures, wide counters, crisp terminals.
A clean, geometric sans with largely monoline strokes and smooth, circular curves. Letterforms favor open apertures and generously sized counters, keeping shapes airy and highly legible. Terminals are mostly straight and crisp, with minimal modulation and no decorative details, producing an even rhythm across text. Proportions feel balanced and contemporary, with simple, stable capitals and a compact, readable lowercase.
Well-suited to interface copy, web typography, and general-purpose print where clarity and consistency are priorities. Its straightforward forms also work for corporate materials, wayfinding, and editorial layouts that need a clean, modern baseline without drawing attention away from the content.
The tone is neutral and modern, aiming for clarity rather than personality. Its rounded construction and consistent stroke behavior lend a friendly, approachable feel while remaining professional and restrained.
The design appears intended as a dependable, broadly applicable sans that emphasizes legibility and visual neutrality. It prioritizes geometric simplicity, consistent spacing color, and clear differentiation between characters for comfortable reading across sizes.
Round forms like C, O, and Q read very circular, reinforcing a geometric backbone. Numerals and punctuation match the same simplified, no-nonsense construction, supporting a cohesive, utilitarian texture in paragraphs and UI-like settings.