Sans Normal Argus 3 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Soft' by Artegra, 'Sans Atwic Modern' by Caron twice, 'FF Basic Gothic' by FontFont, 'Nietos' by Melvastype, 'Interval Sans Pro' by Mostardesign, and 'Hazelton' by Type Royal (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, body text, forms, presentations, signage, neutral, modern, clean, friendly, utilitarian, versatility, readability, clarity, modernity, neutrality, geometric, monolinear, open counters, high legibility, balanced.
A clean, monolinear sans with rounded, geometric construction and smooth curve-to-stem joins. Uppercase forms are straightforward and open, with simple terminals and broadly circular bowls (notably in C, G, O, Q). The lowercase shows a double-storey “a” and single-storey “g,” with compact, tidy shapes and generous apertures; the “t” has a short crossbar and the “f” rises with a modest hook. Numerals are evenly weighted and clearly differentiated, with rounded curves and stable, horizontal stress throughout.
Well-suited for interface copy, product text, and general-purpose layout where consistent readability is important. It should also perform well in informational graphics, wayfinding, and straightforward branding applications that call for a clean, modern sans.
The overall tone is neutral and contemporary, prioritizing clarity over personality. Its soft rounding and even rhythm give it a mildly friendly feel while remaining professional and matter-of-fact.
The design appears intended as a versatile, all-around sans that stays visually quiet in continuous reading while remaining crisp at display sizes. Its geometric rounding and open counters suggest an emphasis on clarity, consistency, and broad usability across digital and print contexts.
Spacing appears balanced with consistent sidebearings, producing an even text color in the sample paragraph. Diagonals (V, W, Y, X) read crisp without looking sharp, and the caps maintain a steady, predictable geometry that supports signage-like clarity.