Sans Normal Efnel 12 is a light, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Petermann' by Ingo (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui labels, headlines, branding, posters, signage, sleek, modern, technical, calm, efficient, modernization, speed cue, clean branding, screen clarity, geometric consistency, geometric, rounded, oblique, open apertures, monolinear.
A streamlined oblique sans with largely monolinear strokes and rounded, geometric construction. Curves lean on clean circular/elliptical forms, while joins and terminals are smoothly finished, giving letters a polished, aerodynamic feel. Counters are roomy and apertures stay open, supporting clarity despite the slant. Overall spacing reads even and contemporary, with a consistent forward-leaning rhythm across capitals, lowercase, and numerals.
Works well for interface labels, dashboards, and product typography where a clean oblique voice helps indicate motion or emphasis. The smooth geometry and open shapes also suit short-to-medium headlines, brand wordmarks, posters, and contemporary signage, especially in technology, mobility, and consumer electronics contexts.
The tone is modern and purposeful, with a slightly futuristic, speed-oriented flavor created by the oblique angle and smooth geometry. It feels neutral and controlled rather than expressive, suggesting efficiency and precision. The rounded forms add a mild friendliness without becoming playful.
Likely designed to deliver a contemporary geometric sans with an inherent forward-leaning dynamism, balancing crisp modernity with rounded approachability. The consistent oblique rhythm and simplified forms suggest an aim for clear, stylish communication in display and UI-forward settings.
Distinctive geometric quirks—such as the single-storey lowercase forms and the squared, rounded-bowl feel in letters like a and e—push it toward a tech-forward, designed look rather than a purely utilitarian grotesk. Numerals follow the same smooth, open construction, reading cleanly and consistently alongside text.