Sans Normal Dabin 10 is a regular weight, narrow, monoline, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: ui text, data displays, labels, signage, packaging, clean, modern, neutral, technical, utilitarian, space saving, clarity, modern utility, system-like consistency, crisp, condensed, geometric, open counters, high contrast terminals.
This typeface presents a clean, monoline sans construction with condensed proportions and a notably tall x-height. Strokes maintain an even weight with smooth, circular curves and tight joins, producing compact, economical letterforms. Counters are generally open and legible, while terminals are mostly straight-cut, giving the shapes a crisp, engineered finish. Uppercase forms read narrow and structured, and lowercase shows simple, contemporary silhouettes (single-storey “a” and “g”) with short, efficient extenders.
It performs well where space is limited and a clean, contemporary sans is needed—such as UI components, dashboards, tables, labels, and compact informational copy. The narrow proportions also suit signage or packaging where vertical economy and consistent stroke color help maintain clarity at a range of sizes.
The overall tone is modern and matter-of-fact, leaning toward a technical, utilitarian feel rather than expressive or decorative. Its restrained rhythm and compact width suggest clarity and efficiency, suitable for straightforward communication.
The design appears intended to provide a space-efficient sans with a clear, modern rhythm and consistent monoline construction. By combining condensed widths with straightforward geometry and open counters, it aims for practical readability in compact layouts.
In text, the condensed spacing and tall x-height create a dense color on the line while keeping small forms recognizable. Numerals and capitals follow the same streamlined geometry, reinforcing a consistent, contemporary voice across mixed settings.