Sans Normal Valaf 5 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: ui text, branding, editorial, presentations, signage, modern, clean, friendly, neutral, approachable, everyday readability, neutral utility, modern clarity, brand versatility, geometric, rounded, open apertures, low stroke modulation, crisp terminals.
A clean, rounded sans with largely circular bowls and smooth, even curves. Strokes are slender with subtle modulation, and terminals are predominantly straight-cut with a crisp, matter-of-fact finish. Proportions feel balanced and contemporary, with open apertures in letters like C, S, and e that keep counters clear. The lowercase is simple and legible, while the capitals maintain a restrained geometric structure; overall spacing reads even and text rhythm is calm and consistent.
Works well for interface labels, product and brand systems, and general-purpose editorial typography where a clean sans is needed without feeling sterile. The open shapes and balanced spacing support comfortable reading in short to medium passages, while the tidy caps and simple numerals make it suitable for presentations, posters, and wayfinding at moderate sizes.
The tone is modern and understated, projecting clarity and approachability rather than personality-driven display flair. Its rounded geometry and gentle contrast give it a friendly, non-authoritarian voice that still feels tidy and controlled. The overall impression is neutral and versatile, suitable for designs that need to stay out of the way while remaining polished.
Likely designed as a versatile everyday sans that blends geometric roundness with practical text clarity. The consistent construction and restrained detailing suggest an aim for broad applicability across digital and print contexts, emphasizing legibility and a contemporary, friendly neutrality.
Round forms (O, Q, 0, 8) are notably smooth and near-elliptical, reinforcing a geometric foundation. Diagonals in V, W, X, and Y are clean and sharply resolved, adding crispness against the softer curves. Numerals are straightforward and readable, matching the same minimal, open construction as the letters.