Sans Normal Edkay 13 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Linotype Gothic' by Linotype, 'PF Das Grotesk Pro' by Parachute, 'RF Dewi' by Russian Fonts, 'Ordina' by Schriftlabor, and 'Tablet Gothic' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui labels, wayfinding, editorial, presentations, brand systems, modern, clean, dynamic, neutral, efficient, emphasis, clarity, contemporary, utility, hierarchy, oblique, linear, rounded, open apertures, crisp.
A slanted, monolinear sans with clean, rounded curves and a straightforward geometric construction. Strokes stay even throughout, with smooth joins and minimal modulation, creating a consistent rhythm across letters and numerals. Counters are fairly open and shapes are uncluttered, while the overall drawing leans slightly condensed in feel due to compact letterforms and firm, straight terminals.
Well-suited for interface copy, navigation labels, captions, and dashboards where a crisp, slanted sans can add emphasis without becoming ornamental. It also works for contemporary editorial layouts, presentations, and brand systems that need a clean, energetic typographic voice.
The overall tone is modern and utilitarian with a subtle sense of motion from the oblique posture. It reads as pragmatic and tech-adjacent rather than decorative, projecting clarity, speed, and a contemporary editorial voice.
The design appears intended as a functional italic sans for modern communication, balancing neutral geometry with enough slant to add pace and hierarchy. Its restrained detailing and open forms suggest an emphasis on clarity and versatility across digital and print contexts.
The italic angle is pronounced enough to signal emphasis even at smaller sizes, and the letterforms maintain a steady baseline and spacing that supports continuous reading. Numerals follow the same simple, rounded logic as the letters, keeping a cohesive texture in mixed alphanumeric settings.