Sans Superellipse Pygaz 9 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ALS Direct' by Art. Lebedev Studio, 'Morandi' by Monotype, and 'PT Sans Pro' by ParaType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui labels, signage, branding, headlines, infographics, clean, modern, neutral, efficient, friendly, legibility, space saving, modern utility, geometric consistency, systemlike tone, rounded, compact, geometric, uniform, open counters.
A compact sans with rounded-rectangle (superellipse) construction and smooth, continuous curves. Strokes are monolinear with minimal modulation, and terminals read clean and mostly squared-off with softened corners. Round letters like O/C/G are slightly squarish, while verticals remain straight and steady, creating a tidy rhythm. Lowercase forms are straightforward and utilitarian, with single-storey a and g, a short-shouldered r, and a compact t; punctuation and numerals follow the same crisp, even-weight logic.
It works well for UI and product interfaces, dashboards, navigation, and wayfinding where compact width and clear shapes help conserve space. The bold, steady silhouettes also suit contemporary branding and short headlines, as well as charts, infographics, and general-purpose editorial display where a clean geometric voice is desired.
The overall tone is modern and pragmatic, with a subtle friendliness coming from the softened corners and rounded geometry. It feels technical without being cold—more approachable than strict neo-grotesques—making it suited to contemporary, system-like communication.
The font appears designed to provide a space-efficient, highly legible sans with a recognizable superelliptical flavor. Its consistent geometry and restrained detailing suggest an intention to perform reliably across screen and print while adding a subtle modern character.
The design emphasizes clarity through open apertures and sturdy joins, holding up well in dense settings. The superelliptical curves give it a distinctive, slightly “squared-round” signature that stays consistent from caps to lowercase to figures.