Sans Normal Melab 4 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Muller Next' by Fontfabric and 'Allotrope' by Kostic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, sporty, playful, punchy, retro, impact, motion, approachability, display, slanted, chunky, rounded, bouncy, compact.
A heavy, slanted sans with chunky, rounded forms and a compact internal structure. Counters are relatively small and apertures tend to be tight, giving the letters a dense, high-impact silhouette. Curves are broadly circular and smooth, while joins and terminals are simplified and sturdy, producing a consistent, poster-friendly texture. The rhythm is energetic, with a forward lean and slightly elastic shapes that keep strokes feeling lively rather than rigid.
Best suited for short, attention-grabbing text such as headlines, posters, sports graphics, and bold brand marks. It also works well on packaging or promotional materials where strong contrast against the background and quick recognition matter more than long-form readability.
The overall tone feels bold and extroverted, with a sporty, cartoon-leaning friendliness. Its soft rounding and strong slant give it motion and enthusiasm, suggesting action, fun, and upbeat messaging rather than quiet neutrality.
Designed to deliver immediate visual impact with a forward-leaning sense of motion and approachable, rounded geometry. The intent appears to be a versatile display sans that can feel athletic and playful while staying clean and sans-driven in its construction.
Uppercase forms read as assertive and blocky, while the lowercase introduces more bounce and personality, especially in round letters and the dotted i/j. Numerals match the same heavy, rounded construction and maintain strong visibility at display sizes.