Sans Normal Diras 3 is a light, normal width, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: ui text, body text, editorial, product labeling, wayfinding, clean, modern, calm, neutral, friendly, clarity, neutrality, geometric simplicity, everyday readability, systematic consistency, monoline, open apertures, rounded forms, generous spacing, simple terminals.
A monolinear sans with round, circle-driven curves and crisp, unbracketed terminals. Uppercase forms are broad and open with smooth bowls (C, G, O) and straightforward diagonals (V, W, X, Y), while the lowercase keeps compact proportions with a notably small x-height relative to tall ascenders. Counters are clean and open, joins are minimal, and the overall rhythm is even with clear, uncluttered letter shapes. Numerals are simple and legible, matching the same stroke logic and rounded geometry.
It suits interface copy, documentation, and general-purpose editorial layouts where a clean sans texture is desired without feeling overly technical. The clear counters and straightforward numerals also make it a good candidate for product information, signage, and instructional materials at small-to-medium sizes.
The tone is contemporary and restrained, with a friendly clarity coming from its rounded construction and open counters. It reads as neutral and utilitarian rather than expressive, giving text a calm, orderly voice suited to everyday communication.
The font appears designed as a practical, modern sans built around round geometry and uniform strokes, prioritizing clarity and consistency across uppercase, lowercase, and figures. Its compact lowercase proportions and clean terminals suggest an emphasis on efficient, unobtrusive reading in continuous text.
The design relies on simple geometric relationships—circular bowls and straight stems—producing a consistent texture in paragraphs. Lowercase forms like the single-storey a and g contribute to an approachable, plainspoken feel, while the tall ascenders create a slightly airy vertical profile in running text.