Sans Normal Mydeg 9 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'PT Root' by ParaType, 'Gordita' by Type Atelier, 'TT Commons™️ Pro' by TypeType, and 'Hofmann Grotesk' by W Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, friendly, punchy, retro, impact, approachability, retro modern, blocky, rounded, heavy, compact, soft corners.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad proportions and dense, even strokes. Curves are built from large, smooth bowls with blunt terminals, while corners are slightly softened rather than sharp. Counters are relatively tight (notably in a/e/s and numerals), producing a dark, compact texture at text sizes. The overall construction feels geometric and sturdy, with simple joins and minimal modulation that keeps shapes consistent across the alphabet and figures.
This font is well suited for headlines, posters, and display applications where strong impact and quick recognition are needed. It can work effectively in branding, packaging, and signage, especially when paired with ample whitespace or increased letterspacing to keep dense areas from closing up at smaller sizes.
The tone is bold and upbeat, projecting confidence and approachability at the same time. Its chunky, rounded forms evoke a retro signage and headline sensibility, giving copy a playful, emphatic voice without becoming decorative or quirky.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual punch with simple, rounded geometry—prioritizing bold presence, clear silhouettes, and a friendly, contemporary-retro feel. Its consistent stroke weight and compact counters suggest a focus on high-impact display typography rather than extended reading.
In the sample text, the weight and tight counters make paragraph settings feel very dense, so the design reads best when given generous tracking and line spacing. Numerals match the letters in heft and roundness, supporting strong, uniform emphasis in mixed alphanumeric settings.