Sans Normal Hekid 16 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: ui text, app design, wayfinding, packaging, editorial, friendly, clean, modern, approachable, casual, approachability, legibility, modern utility, soft geometry, rounded, soft terminals, open apertures, even rhythm, clear numerals.
A rounded sans with smooth, monoline strokes and generously curved joins. Corners are softened throughout, giving letters a calm, cushioned geometry rather than sharp construction. Counters and apertures are fairly open, and the overall rhythm is even and legible, with simple, uncluttered forms in both uppercase and lowercase. Numerals follow the same rounded logic, with clear, straightforward silhouettes and consistent stroke treatment.
It suits UI labels, settings screens, and general product typography where a friendly, unobtrusive voice is needed. The rounded forms also work well for signage and wayfinding in casual environments, as well as packaging and light editorial text where readability and a welcoming tone are priorities.
The design reads as friendly and contemporary, with a warm, low-friction tone that feels informal without becoming quirky. Its soft terminals and rounded shapes lend an approachable, human-centered character suited to everyday interfaces and communications.
The font appears designed to deliver a clean, modern sans voice with softened geometry for approachability. It prioritizes legibility through open shapes and consistent stroke behavior while maintaining a contemporary, rounded aesthetic.
Capitals stay clean and restrained, while lowercase forms keep a single-storey feel in places and avoid fussy details, helping maintain clarity at a range of sizes. The punctuation and curves in the sample text reinforce the font’s smooth, continuous stroke behavior and gentle overall color on the page.