Sans Normal Olrin 3 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Helvetica' by Linotype, 'Arial Narrow OS' by Monotype, 'Lyu Lin' by Stefan Stoychev, 'Nimbus Sans L' by URW Type Foundry, and 'Giane Gothic sans' by XdCreative (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, signage, ui labels, modern, friendly, confident, pragmatic, clean, impact, clarity, approachability, versatility, geometric, rounded, compact, sturdy, high legibility.
A sturdy sans with compact proportions and generously rounded curves. Bowls and counters read as near-circular, while straight strokes remain firm and even, creating a steady, low-modulation texture. Terminals are mostly blunt with softened corners, and joins are clean and straightforward, giving the letters a solid, contemporary silhouette. Uppercase forms are wide and stable, while the lowercase keeps a simple, functional construction with clear apertures and consistent rhythm across words.
This font suits headlines and short bursts of text where strong presence and fast recognition matter, such as posters, packaging, and brand wordmarks. Its compact, rounded forms also work well for signage and UI labels where clarity and consistency are important, especially at medium-to-large sizes.
The overall tone is modern and approachable, combining a friendly roundness with a confident, no-nonsense weight. It feels businesslike without becoming austere, projecting clarity and reliability with a slightly playful softness in the curves.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary, geometric-leaning sans that reads quickly and holds its shape under heavy color. It emphasizes robust letterforms, rounded construction, and an even typographic texture for versatile everyday display and interface use.
Numerals are heavy and highly readable, with simple shapes that match the letterforms’ round geometry and sturdy stroke endings. The texture in running text is dense and even, making the font feel impactful at display sizes while remaining structured and controlled.