Sans Normal Uhriw 4 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: ui text, product design, editorial, captions, signage, clean, contemporary, efficient, neutral, technical, space saving, clarity, neutrality, modern utility, compact, crisp, open, geometric, straight-sided.
This typeface presents a compact, straight-sided sans with clean, consistent strokes and a noticeably economical set width. Curves are controlled and largely circular in letters like O and C, while verticals and diagonals stay crisp and unembellished. Terminals are mostly flat, counters are open and legible, and the overall rhythm feels even and disciplined across upper- and lowercase. Figures align with the same practical proportions, with clear differentiation between similar shapes.
Its compact proportions and clean shapes make it well suited to interface text, product labeling, and information-dense layouts where space is limited. It can also work effectively for captions, tables, and straightforward editorial typography, maintaining clarity at larger display sizes as well.
The overall tone is neutral and modern, prioritizing clarity over personality. It reads as efficient and slightly technical, with a straightforward, no-frills voice that fits utilitarian and contemporary contexts.
The design appears intended as a practical, modern sans for general-purpose communication, balancing simple geometric construction with readable, workmanlike text color.
Round forms remain smooth without soft flaring, and the design maintains a tight, orderly texture in text. The lowercase keeps simple constructions with clear joins and minimal modulation, supporting consistent spacing and a compact line footprint.