Sans Normal Dakaf 3 is a light, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: ui text, signage, editorial, forms, technical docs, clean, modern, neutral, technical, minimal, readability, space saving, neutral voice, system-like clarity, information design, open apertures, rounded terminals, geometric, crisp, high legibility.
A streamlined sans with consistent stroke weight and a compact, space-efficient stance. Forms lean toward simple geometric construction: round counters in letters like O and Q, straightforward diagonals in V/W/X, and restrained curves elsewhere. Terminals are clean and mostly squared-off, with generally open apertures and clear interior counters that keep shapes readable. Numerals follow the same plain, contemporary logic, with uncomplicated silhouettes and even rhythm in running text.
Well-suited to interfaces, dashboards, and product typography where space is limited and clarity is essential. Its steady rhythm also works for editorial subheads, captions, and instructional materials, and it can perform in signage and wayfinding when a straightforward, unobtrusive voice is desired.
The overall tone is neutral and modern, prioritizing clarity over personality. It reads as practical and matter-of-fact, with a subtle technical feel that suits information-forward design rather than expressive display.
The design appears intended to deliver a clean, contemporary sans for everyday communication, balancing compact width with clear counters and simple geometry for dependable readability across common text and numeric settings.
The compact proportions create a tight texture without feeling cramped, aided by simple letterforms and generous openness in key shapes. In the sample text, the even stroke and tidy curves keep paragraphs calm and consistent, supporting long-form reading at larger UI and print sizes.