Sans Normal Akkaf 21 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Latha' and 'Raavi' by Microsoft Corporation (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, branding, packaging, modern, neutral, confident, utilitarian, friendly, clarity, impact, versatility, modernity, approachability, clean, geometric, high-contrast, open apertures, square terminals.
A heavy, clean sans with largely geometric construction and smooth, continuous curves. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, and terminals are predominantly straight-cut for a crisp, contemporary finish. Counters are generous and open, with round letters (O, C, G) reading as near-circular and squared-off joins in places adding a sturdy rhythm. Uppercase forms feel compact and stable; lowercase shows a single-storey a and g, a tall, simple t with a short crossbar, and straightforward, highly legible punctuation-like details in the i/j dots.
Best suited for display-forward typography such as headlines, posters, brand marks, and packaging where strong presence and quick readability matter. It also works well for short UI labels or wayfinding-style signage, especially at medium to large sizes where its open forms and dense stroke weight remain clear.
The overall tone is modern and matter-of-fact, projecting confidence without feeling aggressive. Its roundness and open counters add approachability, while the dense weight and crisp endings give it a pragmatic, signage-like authority.
The design appears intended as a versatile, contemporary workhorse: geometric and highly legible, with enough warmth in its rounded forms to support consumer-facing branding while maintaining a straightforward, functional voice.
Figures are simple and sturdy, with clear differentiation between similar shapes (e.g., 0 vs O aided by context) and broad curves that stay smooth at large sizes. Diagonals in V/W/X/Y/Z are firm and symmetrical, contributing to a consistent, engineered feel across the set.