Sans Normal Aklos 3 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ITC Avant Garde Gothic' and 'ITC Avant Garde Gothic Paneuropean' by ITC and 'Century Gothic Paneuropean' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, packaging, signage, modern, friendly, confident, clean, functional, display impact, modern branding, legibility, geometric clarity, friendly tone, rounded, geometric, compact, high-contrast counters, closed apertures.
A heavy, geometric sans with round, circular bowls and smooth, continuous curves paired with straight, vertical stems. The design shows a compact rhythm with tight joins and relatively closed apertures, especially in letters like C, S, and a, giving the text a dense, solid color. Terminals are clean and largely squared-off, while curves remain soft and even. Lowercase forms lean single-storey for a and g, with sturdy, simplified shapes and generous interior counters for readability at display sizes.
This font performs best in headlines and short-to-medium display text where its dense weight and rounded geometry create strong impact. It is well-suited to branding systems, packaging, and signage that need a friendly but decisive voice, and it can also work for larger UI labels where clarity and presence are priorities.
The overall tone is modern and approachable, with a friendly roundness that still feels assertive due to the weight and compact spacing. It reads as confident and contemporary rather than delicate or ornamental, suitable for clear, direct messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary geometric look with approachable round forms, prioritizing strong legibility and a consistent, high-impact texture. Its simplified, sturdy letterforms suggest an aim toward versatile display use across modern graphic applications.
Numerals are wide and highly legible with strong, simple silhouettes, and punctuation in the sample text blends cleanly without calling attention to itself. The font maintains consistent stroke strength across curves and straight segments, producing an even, poster-ready texture when set in paragraphs.