Sans Normal Tylup 1 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'City Boys' and 'City Boys Soft' by Dharma Type, 'Impara' by Hoftype, 'Nirand' by Jipatype, 'Core Sans N' and 'Core Sans NR' by S-Core, 'Indecise' by Tipo Pèpel, and 'Le Monde Sans Std' by Typofonderie (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, confident, friendly, punchy, modern, sporty, impact, clarity, modernity, approachability, brand presence, geometric, rounded, compact joins, large counters, high impact.
A heavy, geometric sans with broad proportions and rounded, strongly simplified forms. Strokes are uniform and robust, with smooth curves and flat terminals that keep edges crisp at display sizes. Counters are generous and open (notably in O, P, R, and e), while joints and diagonals (V, W, K, X) are dense and sturdy, producing a solid typographic color. The lowercase is straightforward and utilitarian with a single-storey a and g, round i/j dots, and a short, blocky t that reinforces the font’s compact, headline-oriented rhythm.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and other display typography where impact and immediacy are priorities. It can work well for branding systems, packaging, and energetic campaigns—especially in contexts like sports, entertainment, or retail—where a sturdy, friendly geometric voice is desired.
The overall tone is bold and upbeat—direct, contemporary, and approachable rather than refined. Its wide stance and rounded geometry give it a friendly, sporty energy that reads as confident and attention-seeking without feeling aggressive.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum legibility and visual punch at large sizes through simplified geometry, broad proportions, and consistent heavy strokes. It prioritizes a cohesive, modern silhouette that holds up in bold statements and identity-driven applications.
Spacing appears generous enough for large text blocks at headline sizes, with a consistent rhythm and minimal stroke modulation. Numerals are similarly hefty and rounded, matching the letterforms for cohesive signage and branding work.