Sans Normal Haden 2 is a regular weight, narrow, monoline, upright, short x-height font.
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A clean monoline sans with rounded geometry and softly blunted terminals throughout. Curves are smooth and circular, while straight strokes keep an even thickness, giving the design a calm, consistent rhythm. Proportions feel slightly condensed overall, with modest x-height and roomy counters that help forms stay open. Several shapes lean humanist rather than strictly geometric, with gently asymmetric details and a relaxed, informal finish that reads clearly in both caps and lowercase.
It suits UI labels, app copy, and short-to-medium text where a warm, approachable voice is desired. The friendly rounded shapes also fit well for children’s materials, casual packaging, and upbeat posters or headlines that need clarity without stiffness.
The font conveys an easygoing, friendly tone—more conversational than formal. Its rounded construction and mild quirks suggest a handmade sensibility without becoming messy, making it feel welcoming and lighthearted.
The design appears intended to provide a straightforward, legible sans with a softer, more personable character than a neutral grotesk. Its consistent stroke weight and rounded terminals suggest a focus on smooth on-screen rendering and a welcoming tone for everyday communication.
Numerals and punctuation follow the same softened, monoline treatment, keeping color consistent across mixed text. The overall texture is even and smooth, with enough openness in letters like c, e, and s to avoid looking cramped at typical text sizes.