Sans Normal Opmab 14 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Mute' and 'Mute Arabic' by Indian Type Foundry, 'Aretha' and 'Pelita' by Lafontype, and 'NuOrder' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, confident, modern, approachable, energetic, approachability, high impact, clarity, modern branding, display strength, rounded, geometric, soft corners, clean, punchy.
A sturdy sans with rounded, geometric construction and smooth curves that keep the heavy strokes from feeling harsh. Counters are open and mostly circular, with a simple, consistent stroke model and minimal modulation. Terminals are clean and blunt, and joins are straightforward, giving the letters a compact, poster-ready rhythm. Lowercase forms lean toward single-storey simplicity (notably the a and g), and the figures are broad and highly legible with clear differentiation.
Best suited to headlines, branding, packaging, and signage where a clear, friendly impact is needed. It also works for short UI labels and promotional copy, especially when you want a modern rounded sans that stays readable at a glance. For longer passages, it creates a bold, compact texture that favors emphasis over delicacy.
The overall tone is friendly and contemporary, with a confident, straightforward voice. Its rounded geometry and generous shapes read as approachable and slightly playful without becoming informal or quirky. The texture in paragraphs is dense and emphatic, creating an energetic, attention-forward presence.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, approachable sans voice with strong readability and immediate visual impact. Its rounded geometric forms and straightforward construction suggest an aim for versatile display use—clear, confident letterforms that feel friendly rather than clinical.
Diagonal letters like K, V, W, X, and Y are built with strong, stable angles that hold up well at larger sizes. The uppercase has a clean, uniform feel suitable for short bursts of text, while the lowercase keeps readability through open apertures and sturdy bowls. Numerals have a solid, sign-like clarity that supports informational use.