Sans Normal Asgas 16 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Averta PE' and 'Averta Standard PE' by Intelligent Design (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, brand systems, signage, editorial, presentations, clean, neutral, contemporary, friendly, utilitarian, clarity, versatility, modernity, legibility, neutrality, geometric, open apertures, rounded terminals, low contrast, crisp.
A clean sans with low stroke contrast and an even, monoline feel. The design leans geometric: round characters are built from near-circular bowls, while straight-sided letters keep crisp verticals and horizontals with subtly rounded joins. Counters are open and generous, and apertures in letters like C, G, S, and a are clear, supporting legibility. Uppercase forms are straightforward and proportional; lowercase shows a compact, practical construction with a single-storey a and g and short, tidy ascenders and descenders.
Well-suited for interface copy, product and corporate branding systems, and general-purpose typography where clarity and a neutral voice are needed. Its open counters and uncomplicated letterforms also make it a solid choice for signage, headings, and editorial layouts that benefit from a modern, geometric sans presence.
The overall tone is modern and matter-of-fact, with a mild friendliness coming from the round geometry and softened terminal behavior. It reads as unobtrusive and reliable rather than expressive, lending a calm, contemporary voice to text.
The design appears intended as a versatile, general-use sans that prioritizes clear construction and predictable rhythm. Its geometric roundness and restrained details suggest an aim for broad applicability across digital and print contexts without calling attention to itself.
Numerals are simple and highly readable, with clear differentiation between forms like 6/9 and a clean, open 4. The sample text shows consistent rhythm and spacing, with smooth curves that maintain clarity at larger display sizes as well as in paragraph-like settings.