Sans Normal Didis 3 is a light, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font.
Keywords: code, ui labels, terminal, tables, data, technical, utilitarian, clean, modern, calm, clarity, alignment, system ui, technical writing, data display, geometric, rounded, even rhythm, open apertures, square dots.
This typeface presents a clean, evenly paced skeleton with simple geometric construction and consistent stroke width. Curves are round and open, while verticals and horizontals stay straight and unembellished, producing a steady, grid-friendly texture. Terminals are largely flat and crisp, and details like the square i/j dots and the straightforward, legible numerals reinforce a disciplined, systematic feel.
It works well wherever strict alignment and predictable spacing are valuable, such as coding environments, terminal-style interfaces, tables, forms, and compact UI labels. The even color and open shapes also make it a practical choice for instructions, captions, and other utilitarian text where clarity and consistency matter.
The overall tone is pragmatic and contemporary, with a quiet, no-nonsense voice that reads as technical and structured rather than expressive. Its restrained forms and even spacing create a calm, functional impression suited to information-forward typography.
The design appears intended to provide a straightforward, highly structured sans for settings that benefit from uniform rhythm and mechanical regularity. Its simplified shapes, unadorned terminals, and consistent spacing suggest an emphasis on clarity, alignment, and neutral presentation.
The sample text shows consistent character width and strong alignment, creating a regular cadence that remains readable across mixed-case passages. The lowercase includes a single-storey “g” and generally open counters, helping maintain clarity in dense settings.