Sans Normal Arles 5 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Jarvis' by Alan Smithee Studio, 'Artegra Sans' and 'Artegra Soft' by Artegra, 'Nexa' by Fontfabric, 'Sans Beam' by Stawix, and 'Corbert' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, signage, corporate, editorial, presentations, modern, clean, neutral, approachable, utilitarian, legibility, versatility, clarity, neutral tone, systematic design, rounded, open apertures, generous spacing, geometric, even rhythm.
A straightforward sans with rounded, geometric underpinnings and smooth, continuous curves. Strokes stay even throughout with minimal modulation, and the shapes favor open apertures and clear counters for legibility. Proportions feel slightly expanded with generous sidebearings, producing an airy texture in words and a calm horizontal rhythm. Terminals are clean and largely blunt, while curves (notably in bowls and numerals) remain soft and consistent.
This design suits interface copy, dashboards, and product typography where clarity at a range of sizes matters. The open shapes and even color also make it a solid choice for wayfinding and informational signage. In brand systems and editorial settings it works well for headings and subheads when a clean, contemporary sans is needed without sharp or aggressive edges.
The overall tone is modern and unobtrusive, prioritizing clarity over personality. Its rounded geometry adds a mild friendliness, but the voice remains neutral and workmanlike—appropriate when you want typography to support content without calling attention to itself.
The design appears intended as a general-purpose, highly legible sans that balances geometric simplicity with comfortable reading rhythm. Its expanded feel and rounded construction suggest a focus on clarity and approachability across both display and text contexts.
In running text the spacing reads comfortable and stable, with consistent color and little visual noise. Numerals are simple and highly legible, matching the same geometric logic as the letters for a cohesive system.