Sans Normal Abgaf 8 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Example' by K-Type and 'NeoGram' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui labels, product design, dashboards, presentations, captions, modern, clean, technical, efficient, neutral, clarity, utility, contemporary tone, italic emphasis, oblique, monoline, open apertures, rounded bowls, generous spacing.
This is a monoline, oblique sans with smooth, rounded curves and crisp terminals. Letterforms are built from simple geometric strokes with a steady rhythm and clear, open counters. The slant is consistent across capitals, lowercase, and figures, and the overall spacing feels slightly generous, keeping shapes distinct even where forms get narrow or wide. Numerals are similarly streamlined, with straightforward construction and an even, graphic presence.
It suits interface text, product UI labels, dashboards, and technical or corporate materials where an italic voice is needed without losing clarity. The even stroke weight and open shapes also make it a solid option for captions, charts, and short-to-medium editorial passages that benefit from a contemporary, streamlined look.
The tone is modern and neutral, leaning toward a practical, engineered feel rather than expressive calligraphy. Its consistent slant and uncomplicated geometry suggest speed, clarity, and a contemporary, no-nonsense attitude.
The design appears intended as a functional italic companion that preserves the simplicity and legibility of a geometric sans. Its restrained detailing and consistent construction prioritize clarity, spacing regularity, and a tidy, contemporary texture in running text.
Uppercase forms read cleanly with broad, rounded bowls (notably in C, D, O, Q) and simple diagonals (A, V, W, X). Lowercase keeps a compact, utilitarian look with unobtrusive joins and minimal stroke modulation, supporting a steady text color in the sample setting.