Sans Normal Dobod 5 is a light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Altersan' by Eko Bimantara (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, product design, wayfinding, presentations, editorial, neutral, modern, clean, friendly, technical, clarity, versatility, modernity, neutral tone, efficiency, monoline, rounded, open apertures, geometric, crisp.
This is a monoline sans with a clean, geometric skeleton and gently rounded curves. Bowls and counters are largely circular/elliptical, while joins and terminals are predominantly straight-cut, producing a crisp, contemporary rhythm. Proportions feel balanced and practical, with open apertures in letters like C, S, and e aiding clarity. Numerals follow the same restrained construction, with simple forms and consistent stroke behavior that keep color even in text.
It fits well in UI and product typography where consistent letterforms and even texture support scanning at a range of sizes. The neutral styling also suits presentations, corporate collateral, and editorial subheads/body copy where a clean, contemporary sans is desired.
The overall tone is neutral and modern, with a friendly clarity rather than overt personality. Its smooth curves and straightforward construction read as professional and utilitarian, suitable for interfaces and informational typography while still feeling approachable.
The design appears intended to provide a straightforward, modern sans for general-purpose setting, emphasizing clarity, even typographic color, and geometric consistency without decorative distraction.
Capitals present a tidy, engineered look (notably in E/F/L and the symmetrical M/W), while the lowercase keeps a simple, single-storey approach where visible (a, g) for a contemporary feel. Curved letters (O/Q, C, G) are round and steady, and the Q uses a minimal tail, maintaining the font’s restrained detailing.