Sans Normal Afdez 3 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height, monospaced font.
Keywords: code, terminal ui, tables, data display, captions, technical, retro, utilitarian, friendly, alignment, clarity, ui utility, efficient spacing, rounded, slanted, uniform, open.
A slanted, monoline sans built on steady, even strokes and rounded curve logic. Letterforms are compact and consistent, with open apertures and largely circular bowls that keep counters clear. Terminals read clean and unadorned, while the italic angle and slightly condensed curves give the face a brisk, forward rhythm. Numerals follow the same simple, geometric construction, maintaining an even texture across mixed alphanumeric settings.
This style works well where alignment and predictable spacing matter, such as code presentation, terminal-style interfaces, tables, and structured data displays. It can also serve in compact captions or UI labels when a slightly italic, technical tone is desirable.
The overall tone is pragmatic and mildly retro, combining a no-nonsense mechanical feel with approachable rounded shapes. Its slant adds energy without becoming expressive or calligraphic, keeping the voice functional and straightforward.
The design appears intended to deliver a clean, grid-friendly reading experience with a subtle sense of motion. By pairing a consistent width system with rounded, low-detail forms, it aims to stay legible and orderly while avoiding a harsh, purely industrial look.
The uniform character widths create a strong grid-like cadence and predictable spacing, which is reinforced by the consistent stroke behavior across caps, lowercase, and figures. The rounded “0” and the clean, open “e” and “a” shapes help maintain legibility within the rigid rhythm.