Sans Normal Arlah 13 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Linear Grotesk' by Designova, 'Neue Helvetica eText' by Linotype, and 'NeoGram' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, branding, signage, presentations, editorial, clean, modern, neutral, friendly, technical, versatility, clarity, modernization, systematization, geometric, open, even, crisp, rational.
This is a clean, geometric sans with smooth circular bowls and largely uniform stroke thickness. Terminals are mostly straight and squared-off, while curves stay round and controlled, creating a tidy, engineered rhythm. Counters are open and clear, and proportions feel balanced between circular forms (C, G, O, Q) and straight-sided structures (E, F, H, N). The lowercase shows a single-storey “a” and “g,” a simple, utilitarian “t,” and generally uncomplicated shapes that favor clarity over idiosyncrasy.
It suits interface typography, product branding, and wayfinding where clarity and consistency matter. The even texture also works well for presentations and editorial settings that want a contemporary sans without strong stylistic bias.
The overall tone is neutral and contemporary, with a calm, professional voice. Its geometry and restrained details give it a rational, product-oriented feel, while the roundness keeps it approachable rather than severe.
The design appears intended as a versatile, general-purpose geometric sans: simple construction, open forms, and consistent stroke behavior aimed at reliable readability across both display and text sizes.
In the sample text, spacing and letterfit read as even and consistent, supporting smooth paragraph texture. Numerals are straightforward and legible, matching the same clean, geometric construction as the letters.