Sans Normal Degan 12 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Basis Grotesque', 'Basis Grotesque Arabic', 'Basis Grotesque Arabic Variable', and 'Basis Grotesque Variable' by Colophon Foundry and 'Metro Sans' by Studio Few (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, editorial, presentations, signage, forms, neutral, modern, clean, functional, friendly, versatility, legibility, clarity, neutral branding, systematic design, geometric, rounded, open apertures, even rhythm, crisp terminals.
A clean, geometric sans with monoline strokes and rounded curves that keep counters generous and letterforms open. The proportions are straightforward and evenly paced, with a moderate x-height and simple, unmodulated terminals. Uppercase forms are built from near-circular bowls and steady verticals, while the lowercase stays compact and legible, with a single-storey “g” and a round, open “e.” Numerals are plain and balanced, matching the letters’ consistent stroke weight and curvature.
Well suited to interface copy, product UI, and general-purpose branding where a straightforward sans is needed. It also works for editorial layouts, presentations, and wayfinding, especially at small to medium sizes where open counters and even stroke color help maintain clarity.
The overall tone is neutral and contemporary, leaning toward clarity and approachability rather than personality-driven quirks. Its smooth curves and uncomplicated construction give it a calm, everyday feel that stays out of the way in longer text while still reading as modern.
The font appears designed as a versatile, general-purpose sans prioritizing neutrality, consistency, and legibility. Its geometric underpinnings and restrained detailing suggest an intention to perform reliably across a wide range of everyday typographic contexts.
The design favors clear differentiation and readability through open counters and restrained detailing, keeping joins and curves smooth and consistent. Round letters (O, C, G, Q) share a cohesive geometry, and the punctuation in the sample text sits unobtrusively alongside the letterforms.