Sans Superellipse Etlep 1 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Intercom' by Indian Type Foundry and 'Opinion Pro' by Mint Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, editorial, interfaces, wayfinding, modern, technical, energetic, sporty, efficient, space saving, speed, modernity, clarity, consistency, condensed, oblique, rounded, clean, crisp.
This typeface is a condensed oblique sans with rounded, superelliptical construction and a steady, low-contrast stroke. Forms feel compact and upright in structure but consistently slanted, with smooth curves and softly squared counters that keep round letters taut rather than bubbly. Terminals are clean and largely straight-cut, and the overall rhythm is even and tightly spaced, producing a dense, streamlined texture. The x-height appears generous relative to the ascenders, supporting clarity at small sizes while keeping the overall silhouette tall and lean.
It works well for headlines, subheads, and branding where a condensed, high-impact italic voice is needed without ornate detail. The large x-height and clean terminals also make it suitable for interface labels, navigation, and information-heavy layouts where space efficiency and legibility are priorities.
The overall tone is contemporary and purposeful, with a forward-leaning momentum that reads as fast and active. Its controlled geometry and compact width add a technical, engineered feel, making it come across as confident and no-nonsense rather than friendly or decorative.
The design appears intended to deliver a space-saving, high-velocity sans that stays crisp and consistent in continuous text. Its rounded-rectangle geometry suggests an aim for a modern, system-like aesthetic while the persistent slant adds emphasis and motion for display and UI-forward applications.
Across both cases, the design maintains consistent slant and curvature, helping mixed-case text look unified. Numerals follow the same compact, oblique logic, matching the letterforms in stroke and proportion for a cohesive alphanumeric color.