Sans Normal Tylup 4 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'City Boys' and 'City Boys Soft' by Dharma Type, 'Nirand' by Jipatype, 'Frutiger Next Paneuropean' by Linotype, and 'Core Sans N' and 'Core Sans NR' by S-Core (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sports, bold, friendly, sporty, confident, modern, impact, approachability, clarity, modernity, energy, rounded, geometric, chunky, high-impact, clean.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad proportions and compact internal counters. Curves are smooth and largely geometric, with straight terminals that read as cleanly cut rather than tapered. The face shows sturdy verticals and generous bowls, keeping letters highly legible at display sizes while maintaining a consistent, even rhythm across the alphabet and numerals.
Best suited for headlines, signage, posters, and brand marks where strong presence and quick readability matter. Its rounded, geometric character also works well for packaging, promotional graphics, and sporty or youth-oriented branding where a friendly but forceful tone is desired.
The overall tone is assertive and upbeat, with a friendly softness coming from the rounded geometry. It feels contemporary and energetic—more playful than formal—suited to messaging that wants to appear confident and approachable.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact with a soft-edged, modern feel. By combining broad proportions with rounded construction and clean terminals, it aims to stay approachable while projecting strength and clarity in display use.
The numerals are robust and straightforward, matching the letterforms’ wide stance and round construction. In text settings the bold color dominates the page, favoring short phrases and headlines over long passages.