Sans Normal Efnov 10 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Mantey' by Salamahtype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, editorial, branding, signage, presentations, modern, clean, neutral, technical, efficient, legibility, modernity, neutrality, emphasis, versatility, slanted, humanist, open apertures, rounded forms, monoline.
A slanted sans with smooth, rounded construction and largely monoline strokes. Curves are drawn with soft, circular geometry, producing open bowls and generous apertures, while joins and terminals stay crisp and unembellished. Proportions feel balanced with a steady rhythm, and the lowercase shows clear differentiation (single-storey forms and compact, tidy counters) that keeps the texture even in text. Numerals follow the same streamlined logic, with simple shapes and consistent stroke behavior.
Works well for interface copy and informational typography where a clean, slanted sans is needed for emphasis or hierarchy. It also suits contemporary editorial layouts, presentations, and straightforward brand systems that want an understated modern look without strong stylistic quirks.
The overall tone is contemporary and pragmatic, with a calm, unobtrusive voice. The italic slant adds motion and emphasis without becoming expressive or calligraphic, giving it a purposeful, “in-use” feel suited to modern interfaces and editorial settings.
The design appears intended as a versatile italic companion or standalone slanted sans that delivers modern clarity with minimal contrast and smooth geometric shaping. Its consistent rhythm and open forms suggest a focus on legibility in continuous reading and functional communication.
The design favors clarity through open shapes and straightforward terminals, creating a smooth reading line and a cohesive look across caps, lowercase, and figures. Letterforms lean toward rounded, geometric silhouettes while retaining a slightly humanist flow in the curves and spacing.