Sans Other Isdih 4 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Legato' by FontFont; 'Auster', 'Auster Rounded', and 'Auster Variable' by Resistenza; and 'Malik' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: branding, packaging, posters, headlines, signage, friendly, playful, handmade, casual, informal, humanized sans, approachability, distinct voice, casual readability, rounded, soft terminals, quirky, bouncy, asymmetric.
This font is a low-contrast sans with a gently irregular, hand-drawn rhythm. Strokes are mostly monolinear, with softened corners and subtly uneven curves that give letters a lively, human feel. Counters are open and round, and many forms show slight asymmetry or off-center joins that read as intentional rather than distorted. The overall texture is smooth and readable, while small variations in stroke flow and curvature keep it from feeling mechanical.
It works well for branding systems that want to feel personable, as well as packaging, posters, and headline settings where character is a benefit. The clear, open shapes can also serve in short text blocks or UI microcopy when a more human, informal voice is desired.
The tone is approachable and lighthearted, with a casual, conversational energy. Its imperfect regularity suggests warmth and personality, like signage or lettering made by hand, without becoming overly decorative.
The design appears intended to provide a friendly, contemporary sans voice with the charm of hand lettering—prioritizing approachability and distinctiveness while keeping familiar sans proportions for easy reading.
Uppercase and lowercase share a consistent, rounded construction, and the numerals follow the same friendly, slightly idiosyncratic drawing. Curves tend to be broad and generous, helping maintain clarity even as the shapes lean into a more characterful, handmade look.