Sans Normal Abkep 5 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Croih' by 38-lineart (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui design, branding, editorial, signage, packaging, modern, clean, friendly, efficient, professional, clarity, versatility, contemporary tone, readable emphasis, oblique, geometric, rounded, neutral, open counters.
A clean oblique sans with rounded, geometric construction and smooth, continuous curves. Strokes stay even and steady, with soft terminals and open apertures that keep forms readable at a glance. Proportions feel balanced rather than condensed, with a moderate x-height and a calm, consistent rhythm across letters and figures. Uppercase shapes lean on circular bowls and straightforward joins, while lowercase forms keep simple, single-storey structures where expected, reinforcing an uncluttered, contemporary texture in text.
It suits UI and product typography where a clean italic is needed for emphasis, as well as contemporary branding and marketing materials that want a friendly but controlled voice. The open, rounded shapes also work well for short editorial passages, signage, and packaging where quick recognition and a smooth visual flow are important.
The overall tone is modern and approachable, pairing a technical clarity with a slightly informal, forward-leaning energy. It reads as practical and current rather than decorative, making it feel at home in interfaces and everyday brand communication.
The design appears aimed at a versatile, contemporary italic sans that stays neutral and legible while adding motion through its oblique stance. It prioritizes clean geometry, even rhythm, and cohesive text setting over expressive calligraphic detail.
The italic slant is smooth and uniform, and the numerals follow the same rounded, open style as the letters, which helps mixed alphanumeric settings feel cohesive. Curves and diagonals maintain a consistent tempo, giving longer lines a tidy, even color without calling attention to individual glyph quirks.