Sans Normal Bolaj 3 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, tall x-height, monospaced font visually similar to 'Regio Mono' by Degarism Studio and 'Bale Mono' by moretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: code, ui text, terminal, data tables, technical docs, technical, utilitarian, retro, no-nonsense, neutral, clarity, alignment, functional text, systemlike, square dots, rounded corners, open apertures, geometric, tabular figures.
A clean, geometric sans with monospaced spacing and a sturdy, even stroke. Forms lean on simple circles and straight segments with subtly softened corners, giving curves a controlled, engineered feel. Counters are generous and apertures stay open, keeping letters clear at text sizes. Details are spare: square i/j dots, straightforward terminals, and compact joins that maintain a consistent, grid-like rhythm across capitals, lowercase, and numerals.
Well-suited to coding environments, terminal-style interfaces, and any layout where strict character alignment matters. The clear shapes and open counters also make it a solid option for UI labels, technical documentation, specifications, and data-heavy tables.
The overall tone is practical and technical, with a faint retro terminal/computing flavor. Its steady cadence and restrained shapes read as matter-of-fact and dependable rather than expressive or calligraphic.
The design appears intended to deliver high clarity and consistent alignment in constrained layouts, prioritizing straightforward recognition of characters over stylistic flourish. Its geometry and restrained detailing suggest a focus on functional readability with a subtle, contemporary-industrial character.
Round characters like C, G, O, and Q stay smooth and balanced, while diagonals in A, K, V, W, X, and Y are crisp and disciplined, reinforcing the font’s structured texture. Numerals are clear and sign-like, designed to remain distinct in running text and tabular contexts.