Sans Normal Silay 5 is a light, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: ui text, branding, editorial, presentations, signage, clean, modern, neutral, friendly, minimal, legibility, neutrality, versatility, modernity, simplicity, rounded, open, airy, geometric, crisp.
A clean sans with rounded, geometric construction and consistent stroke weight. Curves are smooth and near-circular (notably in O, Q, and numerals), while straight strokes terminate with plain, crisp endings. Proportions feel balanced and spacious, with open apertures and generous counters that keep the rhythm even in text. The lowercase combines simple, single-storey forms (a, g) with unobtrusive details such as compact shoulders and straightforward joins, and the numerals follow the same restrained, rounded logic.
Well-suited to user interfaces and product typography where clarity at a range of sizes matters, and it also works for clean branding systems and straightforward editorial layouts. The open shapes and even color make it a solid option for wayfinding and presentation decks where quick scanning is important.
The overall tone is contemporary and calm, projecting a neutral, approachable voice without feeling cold. Its rounded geometry adds a friendly softness, while the disciplined stroke behavior keeps it professional and controlled.
The design appears intended as a versatile, general-purpose sans that emphasizes legibility, neutrality, and a modern geometric feel. It aims to provide a tidy, consistent reading texture while remaining friendly enough for brand-forward applications.
Diagonal forms (V, W, X, Y) are clean and stable, and the alphabet maintains a consistent optical weight across curved and straight letters. The design avoids decorative quirks, prioritizing clarity and a smooth, even texture in paragraphs.