Sans Superellipse Liwa 4 is a regular weight, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: ui labels, signage, branding, packaging, posters, techy, modern, clean, retro-futurist, utilitarian, interface clarity, geometric system, compact display, modern branding, rounded corners, geometric, rounded rectangular, compact, square-ish.
A compact geometric sans built from rounded-rectangle and superellipse-like forms. Strokes are consistently even, with soft corner radii that keep counters and terminals smooth rather than sharp. Many curves resolve into squarish bowls (notably in O/Q and the rounded parts of B/D/P/R), giving the alphabet a disciplined, modular feel. Spacing reads slightly tight and the overall texture is orderly and uniform, while diagonals (A, K, V, W, X, Y) stay crisp against the otherwise rectilinear construction.
It works well for UI labels, dashboards, wayfinding, and product or tech branding where compact width and clear shapes are priorities. The consistent stroke weight and rounded-square construction also suit headlines, packaging, and display typography that aims for a modern, engineered aesthetic.
The font conveys a technological, system-oriented character—clean, efficient, and slightly retro-futuristic. Its rounded-square geometry suggests interfaces, instruments, and engineered products rather than humanist warmth, creating a composed and pragmatic tone.
The design appears intended to translate rounded-rectangle geometry into a practical sans for contemporary display and interface contexts, balancing strict modular construction with softened corners for clarity and friendliness. Its compact proportions and uniform stroke behavior emphasize efficiency and consistency across letters and numerals.
Numerals follow the same rounded-rectangular logic, producing highly legible, device-like figures with simplified shapes. Lowercase forms are straightforward and utilitarian, with minimal gesture and rounded terminals that echo the caps, helping mixed-case settings maintain a consistent, structured rhythm.