Sans Superellipse Abnid 5 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font visually similar to 'Bluteau Code' by DSType, 'Bluset Now Mono' and 'EF Thordis Mono' by Elsner+Flake, and 'SST' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: code, ui, terminals, data tables, labels, utilitarian, technical, clean, modern, deadpan, clarity, alignment, system feel, utility, geometric, square-ish, rounded corners, uniform rhythm, crisp.
A geometric sans with squared, rounded-rectangle construction and a consistent, even stroke. Curves read as softened superellipses, giving bowls and counters a boxy roundness (notably in C, O, and e), while diagonals are straight and decisive in forms like A, V, W, and X. Terminals are blunt and clean, joins are tidy, and overall spacing follows a steady, gridlike rhythm that keeps each glyph visually self-contained and evenly balanced.
Well-suited to coding environments, terminals, UI typography, and any layout that benefits from strict alignment such as tables, dashboards, and technical documentation. It also works effectively for compact labeling, instrumentation-style readouts, and clean branding accents where a modern, engineered texture is desired.
The overall tone is pragmatic and contemporary, with a slightly industrial, engineered feel. Its squared-round geometry and measured rhythm communicate clarity and neutrality, leaning toward a no-nonsense, systemlike voice rather than expressive or calligraphic warmth.
The design appears intended to deliver predictable alignment and high clarity through consistent widths and a disciplined geometric construction. By using rounded-rectangular curves and minimal modulation, it aims for robust legibility and a calm, functional presence across interface and technical contexts.
Uppercase forms feel structured and signlike, while lowercase maintains the same modular logic with simplified, sturdy shapes. Numerals are straightforward and highly legible, with rounded-square curves that match the letterforms for a cohesive texture in mixed alphanumeric settings.