Sans Normal Arrel 9 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Horas' by Yukita Creative (names referenced only for comparison).
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This sans serif shows a clean, low-contrast construction with largely monolinear strokes and smoothly rounded curves. Proportions feel slightly expanded, with broad round letters and ample counters that keep shapes airy. The lowercase has a tall x-height and straightforward, single-storey forms (notably a and g), contributing to a direct, utilitarian rhythm. Terminals are mostly plain and softly rounded, and the overall drawing favors simple geometry with consistent stroke behavior across letters and numerals.
It suits interface and product typography where clarity at a range of sizes is important, as well as signage and wayfinding thanks to its open counters and straightforward shapes. The even color and restrained detailing also make it a dependable choice for editorial layouts, presentations, and brand systems that need a modern, unobtrusive voice.
The tone is modern and neutral with a mild friendliness coming from the open forms and rounded curves. It reads as practical and approachable rather than expressive, making it feel calm and contemporary.
The design appears intended to be a versatile, general-purpose sans that prioritizes legibility and consistent texture while maintaining a subtly geometric, contemporary feel.
Round characters like O and Q are near-circular with clean joins, and the Q uses a simple diagonal tail that stays unobtrusive. The numerals are clear and unembellished, matching the letterforms’ minimal detailing for consistent texture in mixed text.