Sans Normal Onlej 3 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cadmium' by AVP, 'Averta PE' and 'Averta Standard PE' by Intelligent Design, 'Avenir Next Paneuropean' by Linotype, and 'URW Grotesk' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, branding, headlines, signage, posters, modern, friendly, clean, confident, approachable, clarity, versatility, modernity, approachability, functionality, rounded, geometric, smooth, highly legible, compact.
This typeface presents a sturdy, geometric sans construction with smooth curves and largely uniform stroke weight. Counters are open and round, terminals are clean and mostly straight-cut, and joins stay crisp without becoming sharp or spiky. Proportions feel compact and efficient, with broad circular forms in C/O/Q and straightforward verticals in H/I/N that keep the texture even across lines. Numerals follow the same rounded, simplified logic, maintaining consistent weight and clear silhouettes.
It performs well in interface copy and product typography where clarity and a calm, contemporary feel are needed. The weight and compact proportions also suit branding, short headlines, and signage—especially when you want a clean, modern look that remains approachable. It can scale up effectively for posters and display settings while keeping letterforms tidy and coherent.
The overall tone is modern and friendly, projecting clarity and confidence without feeling severe. Its rounded geometry and even rhythm give it an approachable, contemporary voice suitable for polished, everyday communication.
The design appears intended to offer a contemporary, geometric sans voice with high everyday usability—balancing a strong presence with friendly roundness. Its simplified forms and consistent rhythm suggest a focus on versatile, clean communication across both display and text contexts.
The design’s consistent stroke and generous interior spaces support clear word shapes in continuous text, while the uppercase retains a strong, sign-like presence. The lowercase maintains a simple, modern skeleton that stays readable at a glance, producing a smooth, uniform typographic color.