Sans Superellipse Efkow 2 is a light, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height, monospaced font.
Keywords: ui labels, code display, terminals, data tables, technical docs, technical, contemporary, clean, approachable, retro-computing, clarity, readability, ui utility, code legibility, friendly tech, rounded, geometric, soft corners, open counters, even rhythm.
This typeface presents a gently slanted, monospaced skeleton with smooth, rounded terminals and squarish round forms. Curves read as rounded-rectangular rather than perfectly circular, giving letters like C, O, Q, and S a soft, superellipse feel. Stroke modulation is minimal and consistent, with clear apertures and straightforward construction across caps and lowercase. The overall color is airy and even, with generous sidebearings and a steady grid-like cadence that keeps characters visually separated and legible.
It fits interfaces and technical contexts where consistent character width and clear differentiation matter, such as code snippets, console/terminal styling, dashboards, tables, and settings screens. The light, open drawing also works well for captions and secondary typography in product UI, where a calm, measured rhythm helps maintain clarity.
The tone feels modern and utilitarian while staying friendly due to the softened geometry and rounded finishes. Its slant adds motion and a lightly informal, “typed” character, evoking coding and terminal aesthetics without looking harsh. Overall it balances precision with warmth, making it feel both technical and approachable.
The design appears aimed at a functional monospaced workhorse with a softened geometric voice—prioritizing consistent rhythm, unambiguous characters, and a contemporary, screen-friendly presence. The slant suggests an intent to add energy and emphasis while preserving the disciplined structure typical of monospaced typography.
Distinctive details include a slashed zero for disambiguation and simplified, highly readable figures. Uppercase shapes stay clean and geometric, while lowercase forms remain compact and tidy, supporting continuous reading without visual noise.