Sans Normal Arloy 1 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: ui text, wayfinding, editorial, branding, presentations, modern, neutral, clean, friendly, functional, clarity, versatility, contemporary, screen use, neutrality, open apertures, geometric, rounded terminals, even rhythm, high legibility.
This typeface presents a clean sans-serif construction with largely geometric, circle- and ellipse-driven curves and an even, low-contrast stroke. Proportions read slightly expanded, with generous counters and open apertures that keep shapes clear at display and text sizes. Terminals are predominantly straight and crisp, while curves remain smoothly rounded, giving the overall texture a calm, steady rhythm. The lowercase is straightforward and contemporary, with a single-storey “g” and simple, compact joins; numerals are open and plainly drawn with consistent width and weight across the set.
It suits interface typography and product experiences where consistent rhythm and open counters support quick scanning. The expanded proportions and clear capitals also work well for wayfinding, dashboards, and presentation graphics. For editorial layouts, it can serve as a neutral sans for subheads, captions, and short-to-medium passages where legibility and a modern tone are desired.
The overall tone is modern and neutral, prioritizing clarity over personality. Its wide, airy forms and smooth curves add a mild friendliness, but the impression stays professional and utilitarian rather than expressive or decorative.
The design appears intended as a general-purpose sans serif that stays unobtrusive while maintaining strong legibility. Its geometry and restrained detailing suggest a focus on reliable performance across sizes, with proportions tuned to feel spacious and contemporary in both headings and running text.
Round letters like O and Q are cleanly constructed, and the Q’s tail is minimal and controlled. Diagonals in V/W/X/Y are crisp and balanced, contributing to a stable, contemporary feel in headlines and signage.