Sans Normal Adlut 5 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Hando' and 'Hando Soft' by Eko Bimantara, 'CF Mod Grotesk' by Fonts.GR, 'Pais' by Latinotype, 'Bassen' by SRS Type, and 'Armin Grotesk' by W Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, signage, packaging, modern, confident, clean, dynamic, sporty, impact, clarity, forward motion, modern utility, oblique, geometric, rounded, sturdy, open apertures.
A sturdy oblique sans with broad proportions and a clear geometric backbone. Strokes are thick and even, with rounded curves and crisp terminals that keep counters open and shapes legible. The italic slant is consistent across capitals, lowercase, and figures, creating a forward-leaning rhythm; diagonals and joins feel compact and stable rather than calligraphic. Letterforms lean toward simple circular/elliptical construction, with straightforward bowls, smooth shoulders, and a generally uniform texture in text.
Best suited for display-driven applications where impact and clarity matter: headlines, posters, brand marks, and campaign graphics. The oblique angle and wide stance also work well for signage, packaging, and UI callouts that need to feel active and attention-forward.
The overall tone is contemporary and assertive, with a purposeful forward motion from the oblique stance. Its solid weight and clean geometry read as practical and confident rather than decorative, giving it an energetic, workmanlike voice suitable for direct messaging.
The design appears aimed at delivering a bold, contemporary sans voice with built-in motion, using geometric roundness and consistent stroke weight to balance friendliness with authority. It prioritizes strong readability and visual punch in prominent text settings.
Numerals share the same robust, rounded construction as the letters, maintaining an even visual color. Spacing in the samples appears designed to hold a steady texture at larger sizes, and the combination of wide forms and heavy strokes creates strong presence in short lines and headlines.