Sans Normal Oplab 7 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Glimp' and 'Glimp Rounded' by OneSevenPointFive, 'Core Sans A' by S-Core, 'Referenz Grotesk' by Sudtipos, and 'Nuber Next' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, signage, packaging, confident, friendly, modern, clean, straightforward, clarity, impact, modern utility, approachability, geometric, rounded, compact, high-impact, crisp.
A heavy sans with geometric construction and rounded counters, combining broad curves with flat, decisive terminals. Strokes stay largely even, creating a solid, poster-ready color on the page. The uppercase is wide and stable with generous bowls (C, O, Q) and simplified junctions, while the lowercase remains compact with single-storey forms and short, sturdy ascenders/descenders. Apertures are moderately open and spacing is controlled, producing a tight, consistent rhythm in text. Numerals are similarly weighty and clear, with rounded figures and a firm baseline presence.
Best suited to headlines, short paragraphs, and display settings where strong presence and fast readability matter. It works well for branding systems, signage, packaging, and digital UI moments that need clear hierarchy and a modern, approachable voice.
The overall tone is assertive and contemporary, with a friendly softness coming from the circular geometry and rounded interiors. It feels practical and no-nonsense, designed to communicate quickly and confidently without decorative distraction.
This design appears intended as a robust, geometric workhorse for contemporary communication—prioritizing clarity, consistency, and impact. Its rounded construction and simplified details suggest a focus on versatile display use while remaining readable in larger blocks of text.
Round letters maintain smooth, near-circular bowls, while diagonals (A, V, W, X, Y) are thick and steady, reinforcing a strong, graphic texture. The lowercase shows a prominent, rounded-dot i/j and a compact, utilitarian feel that keeps paragraphs dense and impactful.