Sans Normal Direv 1 is a very light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A very light, monoline sans with smooth, rounded curves and largely open, simplified letterforms. The stroke endings read as softly rounded rather than sharply cut, giving the design a gentle finish despite its precise geometry. Curves are regular and circular in feel (notably in C, O, and G), while straight strokes stay steady and even, producing an airy color on the page. Lowercase forms are straightforward and compact with a single-storey a and g, a short-armed r, and clean, open counters; the numerals are similarly uncomplicated and lightly drawn.
Works well for user interfaces, labels, captions, and other situations where a light, clean sans is desired. It can also serve in contemporary editorial layouts and presentation typography when set with sufficient size and contrast, and it suits minimalist brand systems that prioritize clarity and restraint.
The overall tone is calm, contemporary, and unobtrusive. Its light construction and tidy shapes suggest a refined, understated voice that fits modern interfaces and minimalist branding, with a slightly technical cleanliness rather than expressive warmth.
The design appears intended as a neutral, modern sans that stays out of the way while maintaining a polished, geometric regularity. Its simplified lowercase and consistent strokes suggest an emphasis on clean reading and versatile, contemporary application across digital and print contexts.
The default rhythm feels spacious due to the thin strokes and open counters, so it benefits from adequate size or contrast in the surrounding design. Distinctive shapes like the single-storey a and g and the simple, open e contribute to a modern, utilitarian character.